Serving 370 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8's student population of 370 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Greenfield 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 Greenfield K-8 is 0.62, 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
#799 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
14%
14%
White
58%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 is ranked #799 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5, Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8?
370 students attend Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8?
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 located?
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 is located in the Greenfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
I went to Greenfield k-8 and loved it so much. They made it fun to learn and easy to understand. They took the time with me that I needed and never turned me away when I needed help.
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