Serving 104 students in grades 4-12, Pittsburgh Online 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 ≤10% (which is lower than 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%).
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 104 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Pittsburgh Online Academy's student population of 104 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
104 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Online 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 Pittsburgh Online Academy 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
#2345 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
15%
Black
40%
14%
White
38%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Pittsburgh Online Academy's ranking?
Pittsburgh Online Academy is ranked #2345 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Online Academy often compared to?
Pittsburgh Online Academyis often viewed alongside schools like 21st Century Cyber Charter School, Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Online Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Online Academy?
104 students attend Pittsburgh Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pittsburgh Online Academy students are Black, 38% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Pittsburgh Online Academy offer ?
Pittsburgh Online Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Online Academy part of?
Pittsburgh Online Academy is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Online Academy located?
Pittsburgh Online Academy is located in the North Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Oakland.
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