Excellent
#10 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 1% of private schools
Ellis School
School
6425 5TH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
8.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#10 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#3 of 46
public schools
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Ellis School
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About Ellis School
Ellis School is a private school in Pittsburgh, PA. Ellis School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 873 private schools in PA.
What's said publicly about Ellis School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (1)
- This school 8.8 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Ellis School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Ellis School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Ellis School compares to 148 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ellis School (this school) | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Catalyst Academy CS | 2.9 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Fulton K-5 | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 | 6.8 |
| Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5 | 8.5 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 148 schools. View all schools in Pittsburgh
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in PA.
Data Unavailable
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in PA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6425 5TH AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellis School may also want to explore other schools in the area. YESHIVA SCHOOLS (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is WATSON INSTITUTE FRIENDSHIP ACADEMY THE (rated 7.5/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| DEPAUL INSTITUTE Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | — |
| DE PAUL SCHOOL FOR HEARING & SPEECH Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 3.4 |
| ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 6.3 |
| THE DAY SCHOOL AT CHILDRENS INSTITUTE PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CARRIAGE HOUSE CHILDRENS CENTER Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WATSON INSTITUTE FRIENDSHIP ACADEMY THE Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 3.9 |
| ST EDMUND'S ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 9.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,906
Median Home Value
$288,300
Median Rent
$1,284/mo
Population
29,176
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
36.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bethlehem, PA | 8.7 |
| YORK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL York, PA | 9.0 |
| CALVARY BAPTIST SCHOOL Lansdale, PA | 8.6 |
| HARRISBURG ACADEMY Wormleysburg, PA | 8.6 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF YORK York, PA | 8.4 |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Leola, PA | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellis School
What grades does Ellis School serve?
Ellis School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Ellis School?
Ellis School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellis School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellis School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Ellis School rank in PA?
Ellis School ranks #10 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Ellis School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellis School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ellis School a private school?
Yes, Ellis School is a private all-girls school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Ellis School a religious school?
No, Ellis School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 358
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 60
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 661-5992
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