Serving 185 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Sterrett 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 6% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than 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 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8's student population of 185 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
185 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Pittsburgh Sterrett 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 Sterrett 6-8 is 0.33, 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
#2495 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
36%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
55%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
n/a
15%
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Black
81%
14%
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White
10%
61%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
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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 Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 is ranked #2495 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Manchester K-8, Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8?
185 students attend Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 students are Black, 10% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 is located in the Point Breeze neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Point Breeze.
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