Moore School

3809 Dalewood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Moore School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 236 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Moore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

Moore School's student population of 236 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1915
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Developing Critical Thinkers

School Rankings

Moore School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moore School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#829 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
60-64%
38%
55-59%
55%
80-89%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
13%
16%
Black
13%
14%
White
52%
60%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Moore School's ranking?
Moore School is ranked #829 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Moore School?
236 students attend Moore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Moore School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore School?
Moore School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moore School offer ?
Moore School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moore School part of?
Moore School is part of Brentwood Borough School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 236 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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