Needs Improvement
#2665 of 2,846 schools in PA
Life Male Steam Academy Cs
Middle School · Life Male STEAM Academy CS
Penn Center East 777 Penn Center Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 9th
Enrollment
73
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 9th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,665 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#137 of 148
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Life Male Steam Academy Cs
Middle School in Pittsburgh · grades 6th – 9th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Life Male Steam Academy Cs
Life Male Steam Academy Cs is a public middle school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Life Male STEAM Academy CS. Life Male Steam Academy Cs serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 6th-9th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Life Male Steam Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,665 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Life Male Steam Academy Cs show 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 73 students, Life Male Steam Academy Cs 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.
At 5.2:1 students to teachers, Life Male Steam Academy Cs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Life Male Steam Academy Cs is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Life Male Steam Academy Cs — Students at Life Male Steam Academy Cs score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
60.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 10 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: 1.1/10.
How Life Male Steam Academy Cs Compares
See how Life Male Steam Academy Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
Penn Center East 777 Penn Center Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life Male Steam Academy Cs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gateway MS (rated 5.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Monroeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Linton MS (rated 3.3/10, 3.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Propel CS-East Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Wilkins El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Penn Hills El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Westinghouse Arts Academy CS Wilmerding | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW STORY Monroeville | 2.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Propel CS-Pitcairn Pittsburgh | 2.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Penn Hills SHS Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 4.9 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Propel CS-Braddock Hills Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Evergreen El Sch Monroeville | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodland Hills HS Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| PACE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Dr Cleveland Steward Jr El Sch Monroeville | 2.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Penn Hills CS of Entrepreneurship Pittsburgh | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| KINDERCARE Monroeville | 2.7 mi | — |
| Gateway MS Monroeville | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| PRAISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Versailles | 3.7 mi | 6.4 |
| Linton MS Pittsburgh | 3.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Gateway SHS Monroeville | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,292
Median Home Value
$132,800
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Population
33,811
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life Male Steam Academy Cs
What grades does Life Male Steam Academy Cs serve?
Life Male Steam Academy Cs serves students in grades 6th through 9th.
How many students attend Life Male Steam Academy Cs?
Life Male Steam Academy Cs has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life Male Steam Academy Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Life Male Steam Academy Cs is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Life Male Steam Academy Cs rank in PA?
Life Male Steam Academy Cs ranks #2,665 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Life Male Steam Academy Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Life Male Steam Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Life Male Steam Academy Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Life Male Steam Academy Cs has 2% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2022-2024).
Is Life Male Steam Academy Cs a charter school?
Yes, Life Male Steam Academy Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Life Male Steam Academy Cs a Title I school?
No, Life Male Steam Academy Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Life Male Steam Academy Cs?
60.3% of students at Life Male Steam Academy Cs qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 9th
- Enrollment
- 73
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 60.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 867-6209
Resources & Links
District
Life Male STEAM Academy CS- District Enrollment
- 73
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,667
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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