Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wilkins El Steam Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wilkins El Sch serves a centrally located attendance zone in Pittsburgh, PA, covering approximately 8.4 square miles. Families in the area typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with most residing within about 1.9 miles of the school and the furthest edge being 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilkins El Steam Academy's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Wilkins El Steam Academy 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 Wilkins El Steam Academy is 0.68, which is more 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
#2222 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
16%
Black
50%
14%
White
21%
60%
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilkins El Steam Academy's ranking?
Wilkins El Steam Academy is ranked #2222 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Wilkins El Steam Academy?
447 students attend Wilkins El Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Wilkins El Steam Academy students are Black, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilkins El Steam Academy?
Wilkins El Steam Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wilkins El Steam Academy offer ?
Wilkins El Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilkins El Steam Academy part of?
Wilkins El Steam Academy is part of Woodland Hills School District.
In what neighborhood is Wilkins El Steam Academy located?
Wilkins El Steam Academy is located in the Linhart neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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