Serving 85 students in grades 3-12, Pittsburgh Oliver 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% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Oliver ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Oliver's student population of 85 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
85 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Oliver 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 Oliver is 0.44, which is less 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
#2373 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
73%
14%
White
8%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Oliver's ranking?
Pittsburgh Oliver is ranked #2373 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Oliver often compared to?
Pittsburgh Oliveris often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Conroy, Pittsburgh Pioneer by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Oliver?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Oliver is 50%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Oliver?
85 students attend Pittsburgh Oliver.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Pittsburgh Oliver students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Oliver?
Pittsburgh Oliver has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Oliver offer ?
Pittsburgh Oliver offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Oliver part of?
Pittsburgh Oliver is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Oliver located?
Pittsburgh Oliver is located in the Marshall Shadeland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
School Reviews
5 3/27/2020
I apologise for not submitting a revue. I do however, have a request concerning your school. My son is 7 and has multiple special needs. I am first requesting information on public schools in Pa. We are planning on moving so he can get the education he needs so much. His future depends on it. Our county does not even offer therapy of any kind for his needs. Can you please send me some information about your school and enrollment? Thank you C. Austin168 koval check road, Carmichaels PA 15320corrielane1576@gmail.com
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