Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Westwood 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 20-24% (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 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5's student population of 259 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Westwood 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 Westwood K-5 is 0.72, 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
#1925 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
40%
14%
White
31%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
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 Westwood K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is ranked #1925 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Langley K-8, Propel Cs-montour by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% 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 Westwood K-5?
259 students attend Pittsburgh Westwood K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 students are Black, 31% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Westwood K-5?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5 is located in the Westwood neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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