Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Propel Cs-pitcairn 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Propel Cs-pitcairn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Propel Cs-pitcairn's student population of 209 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Propel Cs-pitcairn 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 Propel Cs-pitcairn is 0.50, 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
#2514 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
68%
14%
White
17%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Propel Cs-pitcairn's ranking?
Propel Cs-pitcairn is ranked #2514 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Propel Cs-pitcairn?
209 students attend Propel Cs-pitcairn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Propel Cs-pitcairn students are Black, 17% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Propel Cs-pitcairn?
Propel Cs-pitcairn has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Propel Cs-pitcairn offer ?
Propel Cs-pitcairn offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Propel Cs-pitcairn part of?
Propel Cs-pitcairn is part of Propel CS-Pitcairn School District.
In what neighborhood is Propel Cs-pitcairn located?
Propel Cs-pitcairn is located in the Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Regent Square.
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