Serving 213 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Phillips 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5's student population of 213 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Phillips 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 Phillips K-5 is 0.68, which is more 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
#1906 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
42%
14%
White
35%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
2%
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 Phillips K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 is ranked #1906 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Grandview K-5, Pittsburgh Roosevelt K -5 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Phillips K-5?
213 students attend Pittsburgh Phillips K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 students are Black, 35% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Phillips K-5?
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 is located in the South Side Flats neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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