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#2228 of 2,846 schools in PA

Passport Academy Cs

High School · Passport Academy CS

933 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Charter

Enrollment

99

Student-Teacher

11:1

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,228 of 2,846

In Pittsburgh

#110 of 148

public schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Passport Academy Cs

4.7/10

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

Urban Pathways K-5 College Cs

4.6/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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4.3/10

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About Passport Academy Cs

Passport Academy Cs is a public high school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Passport Academy CS. Passport Academy Cs serves approximately 99 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Passport Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,228 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Passport Academy Cs show 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

How it compares1.9 pts below PA schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 99 students, Passport 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.

Test scores at Passport Academy Cs sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Passport 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data7
Annual Change-1.19 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency0% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency0% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-42 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-64 pts
Overall Proficiency0% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)74% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-73.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
College Readiness1.3Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate17%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,373

Passport Academy Cs — Students at Passport Academy Cs score 0% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 74%).

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Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 3.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
42.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 11.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2024)
School
State
64.0% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 14 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
2.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2024

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Passport Academy Cs Compares

See how Passport Academy Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.7/10
22th percentile in PA
Academic
1.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

933 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Passport Academy Cs may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 (rated 8.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is City CHS (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Urban Pathways 6-12 CS (rated 4.3/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Urban Pathways K-5 College CS Pittsburgh 0.0 mi 4.6
Urban Pathways 6-12 CS Pittsburgh 0.1 mi 4.3
Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 Pittsburgh 0.1 mi 8.5
City CHS Pittsburgh 0.5 mi 7.9
AGH CENTER FOR CHILDREN Pittsburgh 0.8 mi
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 6.5
Pittsburgh King K-8 Pittsburgh 0.8 mi 4.8
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 Pittsburgh 0.8 mi 8.7
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 4.5
Pittsburgh Miller K-5 Pittsburgh 0.8 mi 3.8
Provident CS Pittsburgh 1.3 mi 7.2
Pittsburgh Grandview K-5 Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 5.6
Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 4.2
Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood Ctr Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 5.2
Pittsburgh Weil K-5 Pittsburgh 1.2 mi 5.0
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 Pittsburgh 1.3 mi 5.1
Propel CS-Northside Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 2.7
Pittsburgh Phillips K-5 Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 4.5
Manchester Academic CS Pittsburgh 1.6 mi 3.6
Pittsburgh Conroy Pittsburgh 1.6 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15222 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,926

Median Home Value

$557,800

Median Rent

$1,963/mo

Population

5,649

College Educated

76.6%

Homeownership

14.7%

Avg Commute

15.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

31.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Passport Academy Cs

What grades does Passport Academy Cs serve?

Passport Academy Cs serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Passport Academy Cs?

Passport Academy Cs has an enrollment of approximately 99 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Passport Academy Cs?

The student-teacher ratio at Passport Academy Cs is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Passport Academy Cs rank in PA?

Passport Academy Cs ranks #2,228 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Passport Academy Cs's MySchoolScout rating?

Passport Academy Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Passport Academy Cs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Passport Academy Cs has 4% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 12% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).

Is Passport Academy Cs a charter school?

Yes, Passport Academy Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Passport Academy Cs a Title I school?

No, Passport Academy Cs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
93 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
99
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Allegheny County
4-Year Graduation
17.0%

District

Passport Academy CS
District Enrollment
99
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,373
District Rank
#1 of 1

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