Serving 155 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh West Liberty 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5's student population of 155 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pittsburgh West Liberty 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 West Liberty K-5 is 0.57, 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
#1783 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
17%
14%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 is ranked #1783 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8, Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5?
155 students attend Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5?
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 located?
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 is located in the Brookline neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 3 other public schools located in Brookline.
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