Excellent
#454 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 16% in state
Brentwood Shs
High School · Brentwood Borough SD
3601 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#454 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#39 of 148
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Brentwood Borough SD
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Brentwood Shs
Brentwood Shs is a public high school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Brentwood Borough SD. Brentwood Shs serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brentwood Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #454 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Brentwood Shs show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
What's said publicly about Brentwood Shs
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Brentwood Shs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brentwood Shs — Students at Brentwood Shs score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
58%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Brentwood Shs Compares
See how Brentwood Shs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3601 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brentwood Shs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pittsburgh Carrick HS (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Baldwin SHS (rated 5.2/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, The New Academy CS (rated 4.9/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood MS Pittsburgh | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Elroy Avenue El Sch Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Moore Sch Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| ACLD TILLOTSON SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Pittsburgh Concord K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Baldwin SHS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| EASTER SEALS OF WESTERN AND CENTRAL PA Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Pittsburgh Carrick HS Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Pittsburgh Roosevelt K -5 Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 3.4 |
| Whitehall El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| J.E. Harrison Education Ctr Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| McAnnulty El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| The New Academy CS Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| McClellan El Sch Pittsburgh | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Pioneer Pittsburgh | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,597
Median Home Value
$175,400
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
29,057
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
72.9%
Avg Commute
30.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
40.5
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|---|---|
| Claysburg-Kimmel Sr HS Claysburg, PA | 8.0 |
| Lawrence County Career and Technical Center New Castle, PA | 8.0 |
| North Penn-Liberty JSHS Liberty, PA | 8.0 |
| Blue Ridge HS New Milford, PA | 8.1 |
| Camp Hill SHS Camp Hill, PA | 7.9 |
| Laurel HS New Castle, PA | 7.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brentwood Shs
What grades does Brentwood Shs serve?
Brentwood Shs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Brentwood Shs?
Brentwood Shs has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Shs?
The student-teacher ratio at Brentwood Shs is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brentwood Shs rank in PA?
Brentwood Shs ranks #454 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Brentwood Shs's MySchoolScout rating?
Brentwood Shs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brentwood Shs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brentwood Shs has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Brentwood Shs a charter school?
No, Brentwood Shs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brentwood Shs a Title I school?
No, Brentwood Shs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brentwood Shs?
58.0% of students at Brentwood Shs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 58.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (412) 881-4940
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Brentwood Borough SD- District Enrollment
- 1,127
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,030
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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