Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Banksville 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5's student population of 288 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Banksville 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 Banksville K-5 is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2160 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
5%
Hispanic
19%
15%
Black
15%
14%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Banksville K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is ranked #2160 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Concord K-5, Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5, Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Banksville K-5?
288 students attend Pittsburgh Banksville K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Banksville K-5?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is located in the Banksville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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