Below Average
#2453 of 2,846 schools in PA
Pittsburgh Pioneer
School · Pittsburgh SD
775 Dunster St, Pittsburgh, PA 15226
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher
4.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,453 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#121 of 148
public schools
In district
#42 of 56
Pittsburgh SD
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Pittsburgh Pioneer
Pittsburgh Pioneer is a public school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Pittsburgh SD. Pittsburgh Pioneer serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 4.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Pittsburgh Pioneer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,453 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Pittsburgh Pioneer show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 57 students, Pittsburgh Pioneer 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 Pittsburgh Pioneer 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.
At 4.4:1 students to teachers, Pittsburgh Pioneer sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Pittsburgh Pioneer — Students at Pittsburgh Pioneer score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
68.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA EDFACTS (2018-19)
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: 8.5/10.
How Pittsburgh Pioneer Compares
See how Pittsburgh Pioneer performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
775 Dunster St, Pittsburgh, PA 15226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pittsburgh Pioneer may also want to explore other schools in the area. Keystone Oaks HS (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howe El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Keystone Oaks MS (rated 7.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8 Pittsburgh | 0.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Pittsburgh Brashear HS Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Pittsburgh Roosevelt K -5 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Carrick HS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 5.7 |
| SETON-LA SALLE HIGH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittsburgh Grandview K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Keystone Oaks MS Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Keystone Oaks HS Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Pittsburgh Concord K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS Pittsburgh | 2.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Howe El Sch Pittsburgh | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| The New Academy CS Pittsburgh | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,366
Median Home Value
$174,900
Median Rent
$1,166/mo
Population
13,943
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
41.3
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| GOLDEN RULE New Enterprise, PA | 3.8 |
| CULBERTSON MENNONITE SCHOOL Chambersburg, PA | 4.7 |
| NEW BETHLEHEM MENNONITE SCHOOL New Bethlehem, PA | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pittsburgh Pioneer
What grades does Pittsburgh Pioneer serve?
Pittsburgh Pioneer serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Pioneer?
Pittsburgh Pioneer has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pittsburgh Pioneer?
The student-teacher ratio at Pittsburgh Pioneer is 4.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pittsburgh Pioneer rank in PA?
Pittsburgh Pioneer ranks #2,453 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Pittsburgh Pioneer's MySchoolScout rating?
Pittsburgh Pioneer has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Pittsburgh Pioneer?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pittsburgh Pioneer has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019).
Is Pittsburgh Pioneer a charter school?
No, Pittsburgh Pioneer is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pittsburgh Pioneer a Title I school?
No, Pittsburgh Pioneer is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Pittsburgh Pioneer?
68.4% of students at Pittsburgh Pioneer 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 57
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 68.4%
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.1%
- Phone
- (412) 529-7405
Resources & Links
District
Pittsburgh SD- District Enrollment
- 19,769
- Schools in District
- 56
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,391
- District Rank
- #42 of 56
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