Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5's student population of 296 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 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 Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is 0.69, 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
#2420 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
20%
14%
Black
49%
14%
White
15%
62%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is ranked #2420 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5?
296 students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 is located in the Lower Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Lawrenceville.
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