Serving 1,020 students in grades Kindergarten-11, Environmental Cs At Frick Park ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 43% 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-11
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Environmental Cs At Frick Park ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Environmental Cs At Frick Park's student population of 1,020 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-11
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Environmental Cs At Frick Park ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Environmental Cs At Frick Park is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1241 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
27%
14%
White
57%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
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 Environmental Cs At Frick Park's ranking?
Environmental Cs At Frick Park is ranked #1241 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Environmental Cs At Frick Park?
1,020 students attend Environmental Cs At Frick Park.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Environmental Cs At Frick Park students are White, 27% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Environmental Cs At Frick Park?
Environmental Cs At Frick Park has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Environmental Cs At Frick Park offer ?
Environmental Cs At Frick Park offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-11
What school district is Environmental Cs At Frick Park part of?
Environmental Cs At Frick Park is part of Environmental CS At Frick Park School District.
In what neighborhood is Environmental Cs At Frick Park located?
Environmental Cs At Frick Park is located in the Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Regent Square.
School Reviews
4 7/21/2022
Solid education with plenty of time outside.
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