Pittsburgh Oliver High School serves 363 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 20-24% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 74%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-34% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 71%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 85% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)20-24%
74%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)30-34%
71%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
n/a
15%
Black
80%
14%
White
15%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)45-49%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 74% PA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Oliver High School?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Oliver High School is 45-49%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 84%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Oliver High School?
363 students attend Pittsburgh Oliver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pittsburgh Oliver High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Oliver High School?
Pittsburgh Oliver High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Oliver High School offer ?
Pittsburgh Oliver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Oliver High School part of?
Pittsburgh Oliver High School is part of Pittsburgh School District.
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