Serving 245 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 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 11% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8's student population of 245 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 48% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 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 Classical 6-8 is 0.64, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2338 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
7%
16%
Black
54%
14%
White
25%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
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
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Classical 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 is ranked #2338 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Classical 6-8?
245 students attend Pittsburgh Classical 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 students are Black, 25% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Classical 6-8?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 is located in the Crafton Heights neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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