Catalyst Academy Charter School serves 247 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catalyst Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Catalyst Academy Charter School's student population of 247 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Catalyst Academy Charter School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
91%
14%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Catalyst Academy Charter School?
247 students attend Catalyst Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Catalyst Academy Charter School students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catalyst Academy Charter School?
Catalyst Academy Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Catalyst Academy Charter School offer ?
Catalyst Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Catalyst Academy Charter School part of?
Catalyst Academy Charter School is part of Catalyst Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Catalyst Academy Charter School located?
Catalyst Academy Charter School is located in the Lincoln Lemington Belmar neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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