Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Pittsburgh King K-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 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pittsburgh King K-8's student population of 368 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh King K-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 King K-8 is 0.26, which is less 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
#2575 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
5%
16%
Black
86%
14%
White
3%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh King K-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh King K-8 is ranked #2575 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh King K-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh King K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5, Propel Cs-northside, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 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 38% PA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh King K-8?
368 students attend Pittsburgh King K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pittsburgh King K-8 students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh King K-8?
Pittsburgh King K-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh King K-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh King K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh King K-8 part of?
Pittsburgh King K-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh King K-8 located?
Pittsburgh King K-8 is located in the Allegheny Center neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Allegheny Center.
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