Serving 325 students in grades 6-12, Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter 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 Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School is 0.13, 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
#2554 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
16%
Black
93%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.1%
23.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School's ranking?
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School is ranked #2554 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School often compared to?
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Obama 6-12, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School?
The graduation rate of Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School?
325 students attend Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School?
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School offer ?
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School part of?
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School is part of Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School located?
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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