Below Average
#2422 of 2,846 schools in PA
Kelly Primary Sch
Elementary School · Wilkinsburg Borough SD
400 Kelly Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
277
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,422 of 2,846
In Wilkinsburg
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Wilkinsburg Borough SD
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Kelly Primary Sch
Elementary School in Wilkinsburg · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Kelly Primary Sch
Kelly Primary Sch is a public elementary school in Wilkinsburg, PA, part of Wilkinsburg Borough SD. Kelly Primary Sch serves approximately 277 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Kelly Primary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,422 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Kelly Primary Sch show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Kelly Primary Sch — Students at Kelly Primary Sch score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.
How Kelly Primary Sch Compares
See how Kelly Primary Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
400 Kelly Ave, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kelly Primary Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH (rated 9.2/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilkinsburg, see our Wilkinsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SISTER THEA BOWMAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilkinsburg | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PLEA SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 6.0 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY JUNIOR SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | — |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 9.2 |
| ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| IMANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| YESHIVA SCHOOLS Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Turner Intermediate Sch Wilkinsburg | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,241
Median Home Value
$157,100
Median Rent
$954/mo
Population
29,513
College Educated
41.7%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
19.4%
Median Age
40.4
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| Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
| Lakeland El Sch - Mayfield Campus Mayfield, PA | 4.3 |
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| Overbrook Elementary School Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kelly Primary Sch
What grades does Kelly Primary Sch serve?
Kelly Primary Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Kelly Primary Sch?
Kelly Primary Sch has an enrollment of approximately 277 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kelly Primary Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Kelly Primary Sch is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kelly Primary Sch rank in PA?
Kelly Primary Sch ranks #2,422 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kelly Primary Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Kelly Primary Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Kelly Primary Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kelly Primary Sch has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Kelly Primary Sch a charter school?
No, Kelly Primary Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kelly Primary Sch a Title I school?
No, Kelly Primary Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kelly Primary Sch?
100.0% of students at Kelly Primary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 277
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.9%
- Phone
- (412) 371-9504
Resources & Links
District
Wilkinsburg Borough SD- District Enrollment
- 507
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,927
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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