Below Average
#2431 of 2,846 schools in PA
Elroy Avenue EL Sch
Elementary School · Brentwood Borough SD
3129 Elroy Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
316
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,431 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#119 of 148
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Brentwood Borough SD
School environment
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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About Elroy Avenue EL Sch
Elroy Avenue EL Sch is a public elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Brentwood Borough SD. Elroy Avenue EL Sch serves approximately 316 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Elroy Avenue EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,431 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Elroy Avenue EL Sch show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Elroy Avenue EL Sch — Students at Elroy Avenue EL Sch score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 2.7/10.
How Elroy Avenue EL Sch Compares
See how Elroy Avenue EL Sch 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
3129 Elroy Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elroy Avenue EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittsburgh Concord K-5 (rated 6.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitehall El Sch (rated 6.5/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Brentwood SHS Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Brentwood MS Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Moore Sch Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Pittsburgh Concord K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ACLD TILLOTSON SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Pittsburgh Carrick HS Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 5.7 |
| EASTER SEALS OF WESTERN AND CENTRAL PA Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Baldwin SHS Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Pittsburgh Roosevelt K -5 Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Whitehall El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| The New Academy CS Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| J.E. Harrison Education Ctr Pittsburgh | 2.4 mi | 5.5 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| MOTHER OF MERCY ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| McAnnulty El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| THREE RIVERS VILLAGE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Pioneer Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Propel CS-Hazelwood Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
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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| Benjamin Rush El Sch Bensalem, PA | 4.2 |
| Colebrookdale El Sch Boyertown, PA | 4.2 |
| Davenport El Sch Norristown, PA | 4.2 |
| Franklin El Sch Pottstown, PA | 4.2 |
| Grandview El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 4.2 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elroy Avenue EL Sch
What grades does Elroy Avenue EL Sch serve?
Elroy Avenue EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Elroy Avenue EL Sch?
Elroy Avenue EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 316 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elroy Avenue EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Elroy Avenue EL Sch is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elroy Avenue EL Sch rank in PA?
Elroy Avenue EL Sch ranks #2,431 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Elroy Avenue EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Elroy Avenue EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Elroy Avenue EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elroy Avenue EL Sch has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elroy Avenue EL Sch a charter school?
No, Elroy Avenue EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elroy Avenue EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Elroy Avenue EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elroy Avenue EL Sch?
73.7% of students at Elroy Avenue 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 316
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (412) 881-4484
Resources & Links
District
Brentwood Borough SD- District Enrollment
- 1,127
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,030
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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