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Donaldson Elementary School

West Allegheny SD · Allegheny County · 600 Donaldson Road, Oakdale, PA 15071.0

(724)213-1010

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10/10
#10
Rank 10 out of 1,545
Top 1%
English Language Arts10/10 · #11 · 99th percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #8 · 100th percentile
Science10/10 · #35 · 98th percentile

English Language Arts

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School Overview

Tucked into the quiet, suburban feel of Oakdale in western Allegheny County, Donaldson Elementary is one of the strongest elementary schools in all of Pennsylvania, with math scores that rank at the very top of the state. West Allegheny SD has built a reputation for serious academic consistency, and Donaldson is the crown jewel of that system — the kind of school that draws families who want rigorous, well-rounded instruction without the chaos of a big urban district. If you're considering a move to the Pittsburgh suburbs and want a neighborhood that feels peaceful and community-minded while still offering exceptional public schools, the Oakdale area is well worth a look.

Student Demographics

263 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
237 (90%)
Multiple Races
9 (3%)
African American
8 (3%)
Hispanic
6 (2%)
Other
3 (1%)

Key Indicators

English Learners2 (1%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged67 (25%)
Students with Disabilities43 (16%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

535
Enrollment
32.4
Teachers (FTE)
16.5:1
Student-Staff Ratio

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs4/10 · #1071 · 33rd percentile

22 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found