Serving 198 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Weil 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 198 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Weil K-5's student population of 198 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
198 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Weil 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 Weil K-5 is 0.15, 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
#2415 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
92%
14%
White
1%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
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 Weil K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 is ranked #2415 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Weil K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Weil K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Miller K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Weil K-5?
198 students attend Pittsburgh Weil K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Pittsburgh Weil K-5 students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Weil K-5?
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Weil K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Pittsburgh Weil K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Weil K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 is located in the Hill District neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Hill District.
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