Very Good
#614 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 22% in state
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy
School · Pittsburgh SD
2323 Brighton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
2.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#614 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#45 of 148
public schools
In district
#9 of 56
Pittsburgh SD
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About David B. Oliver Citywide Academy
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy is a public school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Pittsburgh SD. David B.
Oliver Citywide Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 2.9:1 student-teacher ratio. David B. Oliver Citywide Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #614 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for David B. Oliver Citywide Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 5.6
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, David B. Oliver Citywide Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at David B. Oliver Citywide Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 2.9:1 students to teachers, David B. Oliver Citywide Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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David B. Oliver Citywide Academy — Students at David B. Oliver Citywide Academy score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How David B. Oliver Citywide Academy Compares
See how David B. Oliver Citywide Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2323 Brighton Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering David B. Oliver Citywide Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. PRESSLEY RIDGE DAY SCHOOL - PITTSBURGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is PRESSLEY RIDGE SCHOOL FOR AUTISM (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pittsburgh Conroy (rated 3.1/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Manchester K-8 Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| PRESSLEY RIDGE SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF PROGRAM Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | — |
| PRESSLEY RIDGE DAY SCHOOL - PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| PRESSLEY RIDGE SCHOOL FOR AUTISM Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Manchester Academic CS Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Propel CS-Northside Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Pittsburgh Conroy Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Pittsburgh King K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Pittsburgh Morrow K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 3.0 |
| NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| NORTHSIDE CATHOLIC ASSUMPTION ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittsburgh Perry HS Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| AGH CENTER FOR CHILDREN Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 Pittsburgh | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Pittsburgh Classical 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| City CHS Pittsburgh | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,712
Median Home Value
$167,200
Median Rent
$1,114/mo
Population
27,600
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
37.9
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York, PA | 7.8 |
| HOFFMAN ACADEMY Littlestown, PA | 7.8 |
| KIDSPEACE ADVANCES PROGRAM SCHOOL Temple, PA | 7.8 |
| MERCY SPECIAL LEARNING CENTER Allentown, PA | 7.8 |
| ADAMS COUNTY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gettysburg, PA | 7.7 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York, PA | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about David B. Oliver Citywide Academy
What grades does David B. Oliver Citywide Academy serve?
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend David B. Oliver Citywide Academy?
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at David B. Oliver Citywide Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at David B. Oliver Citywide Academy is 2.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does David B. Oliver Citywide Academy rank in PA?
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy ranks #614 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is David B. Oliver Citywide Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 David B. Oliver Citywide Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, David B. Oliver Citywide Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is David B. Oliver Citywide Academy a charter school?
No, David B. Oliver Citywide Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is David B. Oliver Citywide Academy a Title I school?
No, David B. Oliver Citywide Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 529-3125
- 4-Year Graduation
- 50%+
Resources & Links
District
Pittsburgh SD- District Enrollment
- 19,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,391
- District Rank
- #9 of 56
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