Serving 732 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8's student population of 732 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is 0.66, 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
#559 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
21%
14%
White
53%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
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 Colfax K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is ranked #559 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Colfax K-8?
732 students attend Pittsburgh Colfax K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 students are White, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Colfax K-8?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 located?
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 is located in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Squirrel Hill South.
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