Serving 446 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West View Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: West View El Sch serves the southwest part of Pittsburgh, PA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West View Elementary School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1902
School Calendar
Average Class Size
21 students
School Motto
Educating students for success in the 21st century.
School Rankings
West View Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West View Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#519 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West View Elementary School's ranking?
West View Elementary School is ranked #519 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are West View Elementary School often compared to?
West View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highcliff Elementary School, Wyland Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend West View Elementary School?
446 students attend West View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West View Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West View Elementary School?
West View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does West View Elementary School offer ?
West View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West View Elementary School part of?
West View Elementary School is part of North Hills School District.
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