Very Good
#935 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 33% in state
Provident Cs
Middle School · Provident CS
1400 Troy Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
4.8:1
Score
7.2
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#935 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#53 of 148
public schools
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Provident Cs
Middle School in Pittsburgh · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Provident Cs
Provident Cs is a public middle school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Provident CS. Provident Cs serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 4.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Provident Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #935 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Provident Cs show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- PA avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Provident 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.
At 4.8:1 students to teachers, Provident Cs sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Provident 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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Provident Cs — Students at Provident Cs score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.
How Provident Cs Compares
See how Provident Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1400 Troy Hill Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15212
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Provident Cs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 (rated 4.5/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Spring Garden Early Childhood Ctr Pittsburgh | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 Pittsburgh | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Pittsburgh Miller K-5 Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 3.8 |
| AGH CENTER FOR CHILDREN Pittsburgh | 0.8 mi | — |
| Reserve Primary Sch Pittsburgh | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Passport Academy CS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 4.7 |
| Pittsburgh King K-8 Pittsburgh | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Pittsburgh Weil K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Urban Pathways K-5 College CS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Urban Pathways 6-12 CS Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Pittsburgh Arsenal K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 Pittsburgh | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 Pittsburgh | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| City CHS Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5 Pittsburgh | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| FALK LABORATORY SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,712
Median Home Value
$167,200
Median Rent
$1,114/mo
Population
27,600
College Educated
36.5%
Homeownership
49.1%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
37.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Provident Cs
What grades does Provident Cs serve?
Provident Cs serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Provident Cs?
Provident Cs has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Provident Cs?
The student-teacher ratio at Provident Cs is 4.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Provident Cs rank in PA?
Provident Cs ranks #935 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Provident Cs's MySchoolScout rating?
Provident Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Provident Cs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Provident Cs has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2024).
Is Provident Cs a charter school?
Yes, Provident Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Provident Cs a Title I school?
No, Provident Cs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Provident Cs?
49.8% of students at Provident 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 323
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (412) 709-5160
Resources & Links
District
Provident CS- District Enrollment
- 325
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,114
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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