Excellent
#81 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 9% of private schools
Falk Laboratory School
Elementary School
4060 ALLEQUIPPA ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15261
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#81 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#10 of 46
public schools
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Falk Laboratory School
Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Falk Laboratory School
Falk Laboratory School is a private elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA. Falk Laboratory School serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Falk Laboratory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #81 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Falk Laboratory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Falk Laboratory 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 Falk Laboratory School compares to 130 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Falk Laboratory School (this school) | 8.0 |
| Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Weil K-5 | 5.0 |
| Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5 | 8.5 |
| Pittsburgh Miller K-5 | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 | 4.5 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Provident CS | 7.2 |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 | 8.7 |
| Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 | 6.5 |
| Urban Pathways K-5 College CS | 4.6 |
| Urban Pathways 6-12 CS | 4.3 |
| Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 | 4.2 |
| Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 | 8.5 |
| Reserve Primary Sch | 8.3 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
Showing 20 of 130 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.
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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
4060 ALLEQUIPPA ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15261
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Falk Laboratory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE CAMPUS LABORATORY SCHOOL OF CARLOW UNIVERSITY (rated 8.5/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miSimilar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beaver Creek El Sch Downingtown, PA | 8.0 |
| Brownstown El Sch Brownstown, PA | 8.0 |
| Candlebrook El Sch King Of Prussia, PA | 8.0 |
| Charlestown El Sch Malvern, PA | 8.0 |
| Clarion-Limestone El Sch Strattanville, PA | 8.0 |
| Clark El Sch Erie, PA | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Falk Laboratory School
What grades does Falk Laboratory School serve?
Falk Laboratory School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Falk Laboratory School?
Falk Laboratory School has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Falk Laboratory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Falk Laboratory School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Falk Laboratory School rank in PA?
Falk Laboratory School ranks #81 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Falk Laboratory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Falk Laboratory School 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.
Is Falk Laboratory School a private school?
Yes, Falk Laboratory School is a private coeducational 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 Falk Laboratory School a religious school?
No, Falk Laboratory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 624-7286
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