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#361 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 41% of private schools
Plea School
School
733 S AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
4.7:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 9th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#361 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#27 of 46
public schools
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About Plea School
Plea School is a private school in Pittsburgh, PA. Plea School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-9th, and has a 4.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Plea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #361 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Plea School 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 4.7:1 students to teachers, Plea School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Plea 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
BetaHow Plea School compares to 146 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Plea School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy | 4.9 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 | 6.2 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Woodland Hills HS | 3.7 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 | 3.4 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5 | 6.4 |
| Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS | 3.0 |
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS | 7.9 |
| Catalyst Academy CS | 2.9 |
| Propel CS-Braddock Hills | 3.5 |
| Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 | 4.9 |
| Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 | 7.1 |
| Pittsburgh Liberty K-5 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Propel CS-Homestead | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh Montessori K-5 | 9.5 |
| Wilkins El STEAM Academy | 4.7 |
Showing 20 of 146 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
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
733 S AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plea School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF (rated 9.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PACE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IMANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.1 mi | 7.6 |
| SISTER THEA BOWMAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilkinsburg | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Kelly Primary Sch Wilkinsburg | 0.3 mi | 4.3 |
| WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 9.1 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh | 0.6 mi | 4.9 |
| SHADY SIDE ACADEMY JUNIOR SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Faison K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| IMANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 9.2 |
| PITTSBURGH NEW CHURCH SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | — |
| Dickson Prep STEAM Academy Swissvale | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Turner Intermediate Sch Wilkinsburg | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.9 |
| ST BEDE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| PACE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Woodland Hills HS Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Catalyst Academy CS Pittsburgh | 2.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Pittsburgh Linden K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 3.4 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plea School
What grades does Plea School serve?
Plea School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 9th.
How many students attend Plea School?
Plea School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plea School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plea School is 4.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Plea School rank in PA?
Plea School ranks #361 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Plea School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Plea School a private school?
Yes, Plea School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Plea School a religious school?
No, Plea School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 9th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 79% M / 21% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 243-3464
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