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#229 of 2,842 schools in PA

Top 8% in state

Baker EL Sch

Elementary School · Upper St. Clair SD

2300 Morton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241

Enrollment

458

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Pittsburgh

#14 of 148

public schools

Pennsylvania elementary schools

#191 of 1,625

In district

#5 of 6

Upper St. Clair SD

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Exceptional

About Baker EL Sch

Baker EL Sch is a public elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of the Upper St. Clair SD. The school serves approximately 458 students in grades Kindergarten – 4th with a student-teacher ratio of 16.4:1.

It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.5/10, placing it in the 92nd percentile among PA schools — an above average rating overall. Students demonstrate 90% proficiency in math, 43 points above the state average and 90% in reading/language arts, 36 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.2/10).

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $144,583, where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.8Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency93.9%
Reading/ELA Proficiency90.1%
Math vs. State Avg+42.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.3 pts
Overall Proficiency92%
Expected (poverty-adj.)71%
vs. Expected+21.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,400

Baker EL Sch — Students at Baker EL Sch score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 71%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 90.2%
School
State
47.0%
ELA Proficiency 89.8%
School
State
53.5%

Based on 10 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2024
Math
93.9%
ELA
90%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.

How Baker EL Sch Compares

See how Baker EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in PA
Academic
9.8/10
9.8/10
Growth
9.2/10
Above average
Environment
4.8/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
9%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers

Location

2300 Morton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Baker EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eisenhower El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Streams El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, George Washington El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Bethel Park), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Streams El Sch Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 8.6
Boyce MS Pittsburgh 1.3 mi 8.6
Upper Saint Clair HS Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 9.4
WESLEY BRIDGE Bridgeville 1.6 mi
SOUTHWOOD SCHOOL Bridgeville 1.9 mi 6.3
ST LOUISE DE MARILLAC SCHOOL Pittsburgh 1.8 mi 3.9
WESTMINSTER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Pittsburgh 1.7 mi
Eisenhower El Sch Pittsburgh 2.0 mi 8.7
Fort Couch MS Pittsburgh 2.1 mi 7.9
George Washington El Sch Bethel Park 2.4 mi 8.1
Hills-Hendersonville El Sch Canonsburg 2.6 mi 5.7
Bethel Memorial El Sch Bethel Park 2.4 mi 4.2
Chartiers Valley HS Bridgeville 3.0 mi 5.2
Chartiers Valley MS Bridgeville 3.1 mi 3.8
AVE MARIA ACADEMY - BETHEL CAMPUS Pittsburgh 2.4 mi 5.8
Hoover El Sch Pittsburgh 3.0 mi 5.0
Chartiers Valley Primary Sch Bridgeville 3.3 mi 5.0
KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER Mount Lebanon 2.7 mi
KINGDOM CARE LEARNING CENTER Bridgeville 2.8 mi
Markham El Sch Pittsburgh 3.1 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,583

Median Home Value

$390,200

Median Rent

$1,713/mo

Population

21,941

College Educated

70.8%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

44.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Baker EL Sch has a median household income of $144,583. It is a well-educated community where 71% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $390,200, with a median rent of $1,713/month. The local poverty rate of 2.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Baker EL Sch

What grades does Baker EL Sch serve?

Baker EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Baker EL Sch?

Baker EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 458 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Baker EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Baker EL Sch is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Baker EL Sch rank in PA?

Baker EL Sch is ranked #229 out of 2,842 schools in PA.

What is Baker EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Baker EL Sch has a composite rating of 8.5 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Baker EL Sch?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Baker EL Sch has 90.2% math proficiency and 89.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Baker EL Sch a charter school?

No, Baker EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Baker EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Baker EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Baker EL Sch?

9.4% of students at Baker EL Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,730/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Pittsburgh). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
458
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Upper St. Clair SD
District Enrollment
3,967
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,411
District Rank
#5 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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