Serving 309 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5's student population of 309 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 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 Minadeo K-5 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
#1735 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
61%
14%
White
23%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
1%
5%
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 Minadeo K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 is ranked #1735 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5?
309 students attend Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 students are Black, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5?
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 is located in the Squirrel Hill South neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other public schools located in Squirrel Hill South.
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