Serving 826 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 826 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12's student population of 826 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Unicorn, Phoenix
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
826 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1979
School Colors
White, Black, Blue, Red, Yellow
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is 0.57, 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
#422 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
26%
14%
White
60%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Capa 6-12's ranking?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is ranked #422 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Capa 6-12?
826 students attend Pittsburgh Capa 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 students are White, 26% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 offer ?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 part of?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 located?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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