Washington Polytechnic Academy serves 231 students in grades 6-8.
Minority enrollment was 73% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
231 students
Total Classroom Teachers (05-06)
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
14%
Black
72%
14%
White
27%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Washington Polytechnic Academy?
231 students attend Washington Polytechnic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Washington Polytechnic Academy students are Black, 27% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Washington Polytechnic Academy offer ?
Washington Polytechnic Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Washington Polytechnic Academy part of?
Washington Polytechnic Academy is part of Pittsburgh School District.
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