Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12

107 Thackeray St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 610 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 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 51% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 610 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12's student population of 610 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
610 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
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School Rankings

Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 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 Science And Technology Academy 6-12 is 0.63, 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.
This School
State Level (PA)
#747 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
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51%
36%
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70%
55%
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80-89%
57%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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American Indian
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Asian
4%
5%
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Hispanic
3%
15%
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Black
39%
14%
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White
46%
61%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.63
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≥95%
87%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
5%
3%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12's ranking?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 is ranked #747 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12?
610 students attend Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 offer ?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 part of?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 located?
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 is located in the North Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Oakland.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 610 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : 51% (Top 50%)
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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