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Elementary Schools

McKnight Elementary School

North Allegheny SD · Allegheny County · 500 Cumberland Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237.0

(412)635-4105

10/10
#88
Rank 88 out of 1,545
Top 6%
English Language Arts10/10 · #104 · 93rd percentile
Mathematics10/10 · #119 · 92nd percentile
Science10/10 · #75 · 95th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

McKnight Elementary sits in the heart of the North Hills suburbs, where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community make for an easy sell to families prioritizing both academics and quality of life. The school consistently ranks among Pennsylvania's best at the elementary level, with particularly strong science scores that reflect the district's commitment to keeping kids engaged beyond just the basics. Families drawn to the North Allegheny district tend to be deeply invested in education, and McKnight delivers the kind of well-rounded, high-performing environment that makes the suburban Pittsburgh lifestyle feel like a genuinely great deal.

Student Demographics

430 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

White
335 (78%)
Asian
36 (8%)
Hispanic
28 (7%)
Multiple Races
21 (5%)
African American
8 (2%)
Other
2 (0%)

Key Indicators

English Learners31 (7%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged68 (16%)
Students with Disabilities84 (20%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

875
Enrollment
63.4
Teachers (FTE)
13.8:1
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 Programs7/10 · #613 · 61st percentile

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

Nearby Libraries

No programs found