Serving 200 students in grades 3-6, Turner Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Turner El Sch's attendance zone is located in Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles that encompasses the entire school district. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner Intermediate School's student population of 200 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Turner Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turner Intermediate School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2286 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
85%
14%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Intermediate School's ranking?
Turner Intermediate School is ranked #2286 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Turner Intermediate School often compared to?
Turner Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Propel Cs-east, Ohara Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Turner Intermediate School?
200 students attend Turner Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Turner Intermediate School students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turner Intermediate School?
Turner Intermediate School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turner Intermediate School offer ?
Turner Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Turner Intermediate School part of?
Turner Intermediate School is part of Wilkinsburg Borough School District.
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