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Middle Schools

Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8

Pittsburgh SD · Allegheny County · 595 Crane Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15216.0

(412)529-8130

1/10
#487
Rank 487 out of 520
Top 93%
English Language Arts1/10 · #491 · 6th percentile
Mathematics1/10 · #484 · 7th percentile
Science1/10 · #427 · 9th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 serves the rolling, residential neighborhoods on Pittsburgh's south side, where tree-lined streets and a strong sense of community give the area a distinctly grounded, family-friendly feel. Academic performance here sits in the lower tier statewide, so families who prioritize test scores may want to weigh their options carefully, though the school's science scores show a relative bright spot worth noting. It tends to draw families who are rooted in the South Hills community and value neighborhood schools as a place where kids grow up together through the middle grades.

Student Demographics

281 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

African American
112 (40%)
Hispanic
56 (20%)
White
53 (19%)
Asian
31 (11%)
Multiple Races
29 (10%)

Key Indicators

English Learners98 (35%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged211 (75%)
Students with Disabilities68 (24%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

387
Enrollment
32.6
Teachers (FTE)
11.9:1
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 Programs10/10 · #39 · 93rd percentile

240 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Middle Schools in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found