Serving 343 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School's student population of 343 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter 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 Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School is 0.04, 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
#2376 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
15%
Black
98%
14%
White
n/a
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School's ranking?
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School is ranked #2376 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School?
343 students attend Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School?
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School offer ?
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School part of?
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School is part of Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School District.
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