Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Edgewood El Steam Academy 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 17% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edgewood El Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Edgewood El Steam Academy's student population of 503 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Edgewood El Steam Academy 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 Edgewood El Steam Academy is 0.48, 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
#2364 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
70%
14%
White
17%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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 Edgewood El Steam Academy's ranking?
Edgewood El Steam Academy is ranked #2364 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Edgewood El Steam Academy often compared to?
Edgewood El Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Turtle Creek El Steam Academy, Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Edgewood El Steam Academy?
503 students attend Edgewood El Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Edgewood El Steam Academy students are Black, 17% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Edgewood El Steam Academy?
Edgewood El Steam Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Edgewood El Steam Academy offer ?
Edgewood El Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Edgewood El Steam Academy part of?
Edgewood El Steam Academy is part of Woodland Hills School District.
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