Serving 230 students in grades 3-6, Turner Intermediate School 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 16% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 230 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turner Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Turner Intermediate School's student population of 230 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
Total Students
230 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Turner Intermediate School 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 Turner Intermediate School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2292 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
36%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
57%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%

Hispanic
4%
15%

Black
88%
14%

White
3%
61%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner Intermediate School's ranking?
Turner Intermediate School is ranked #2292 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Turner Intermediate School often compared to?
Turner Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Propel Cs-east, Ohara Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Turner Intermediate School?
230 students attend Turner Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Turner Intermediate School students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner Intermediate School?
Turner Intermediate School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Turner Intermediate School offer ?
Turner Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-6
What school district is Turner Intermediate School part of?
Turner Intermediate School is part of Wilkinsburg Borough School District.
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