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#159 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 18% of private schools

Oakland Catholic High School

High School

144 N CRAIG ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Private

Enrollment

476

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

7.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#159 of 873

In Pittsburgh

#17 of 46

public schools

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Oakland Catholic High School

7.6/10

High School in Pittsburgh · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.3/10

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About Oakland Catholic High School

Oakland Catholic High School is a private high school in Pittsburgh, PA. Oakland Catholic High School serves approximately 476 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakland Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it compares1.0 pts above PA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Oakland Catholic High 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

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How Oakland Catholic High School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
476
This School
vs
701
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 65.1% vs 0%
Black 19.1% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.5% vs 0%
Asian 5.5% vs 0%
Oakland Catholic High School Pittsburgh Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Oakland Catholic High School (this school) 7.6
Pittsburgh Online Academy 5.5
Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 8.1
Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 3.8
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 6.0
Pittsburgh Allderdice HS 7.9
Passport Academy CS 4.7
Urban Pathways 6-12 CS 4.3
Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 8.5
The New Academy CS 4.9
Pittsburgh Westinghouse 3.9
Environmental CS at Frick Park 6.0
City CHS 7.9
Propel CS-Homestead 3.8
Pittsburgh Conroy 3.1
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy 7.8
Pittsburgh Brashear HS 5.5
Pittsburgh Pioneer 4.2
Pittsburgh Carrick HS 5.7
Pittsburgh Perry HS 4.7
Shaler Area HS 7.5

Showing 20 of 34 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

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.5 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,368
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 8.9 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 53%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 476
View data sources

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)

White 65.1%
Black 19.1%
Hispanic 5.5%
Asian 5.5%
Two or More 4.8%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

144 N CRAIG ST, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oakland Catholic High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Pittsburgh 0.2 mi 6.3
Pittsburgh Online Academy Pittsburgh 0.3 mi 5.5
WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR BLIND CHILDREN Pittsburgh 0.2 mi 7.7
MARGARET SHADICK CYERT CENTER FOR EARLY ED & PROG Pittsburgh 0.4 mi
CARNEGIE MELLON CYERT CENTER FOR EARLY EDUCATION Pittsburgh 0.4 mi
Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 Pittsburgh 0.6 mi 8.1
CARNEGIE MELLON UNIV CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Pittsburgh 0.6 mi
FALK LABORATORY SCHOOL Pittsburgh 0.6 mi 8.0
Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 Pittsburgh 0.7 mi 3.8
THE CAMPUS LABORATORY SCHOOL OF CARLOW UNIVERSITY Pittsburgh 1.0 mi 8.5
Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5 Pittsburgh 1.1 mi 8.5
Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 4.0
Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 Pittsburgh 1.2 mi 9.5
THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL Pittsburgh 1.0 mi 6.0
WATSON INSTITUTE FRIENDSHIP ACADEMY THE Pittsburgh 1.3 mi 7.5
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 6.4
Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 6.1
CARRIAGE HOUSE CHILDRENS CENTER Pittsburgh 1.3 mi
Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 Pittsburgh 1.6 mi 8.7
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 Pittsburgh 1.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$31,330

Median Home Value

$247,500

Median Rent

$1,243/mo

Population

29,839

College Educated

63.8%

Homeownership

25.7%

Avg Commute

17.7 min

Poverty Rate

48.2%

Median Age

21

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oakland Catholic High School

What grades does Oakland Catholic High School serve?

Oakland Catholic High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Oakland Catholic High School?

Oakland Catholic High School has an enrollment of approximately 476 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakland Catholic High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oakland Catholic High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Oakland Catholic High School rank in PA?

Oakland Catholic High School ranks #159 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Oakland Catholic High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oakland Catholic High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Oakland Catholic High School a private school?

Yes, Oakland Catholic High School is a private all-girls school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Oakland Catholic High School a religious school?

Oakland Catholic High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
90 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
71 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
76 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
476
Gender Split
0% M / 100% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
private
Coed Status
all-girls
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7.6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large City
County
Allegheny County

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