Prospect Elementary School serves 253 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Minority enrollment was 50% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
21 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
50%
14%
White
50%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
253 students attend Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Prospect Elementary School students are Black, and 50% of students are White.
What grades does Prospect Elementary School offer ?
Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Prospect Elementary School part of?
Prospect Elementary School is part of Pittsburgh School District.
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