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#416 of 873 private schools in PA

Top 48% of private schools

Seton-la Salle High School

High School

1000 MCNEILLY RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15226

Private

Enrollment

400

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Pennsylvania private schools

#416 of 873

In Pittsburgh

#29 of 46

public schools

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Seton-la Salle High School

6.6/10

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

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About Seton-la Salle High School

Seton-la Salle High School is a private high school in Pittsburgh, PA. Seton-la Salle High School serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Seton-la Salle High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 873 private schools in PA.

How it comparesOn par with PA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • PA avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Seton-la Salle 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 Seton-la Salle High School compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
400
This School
vs
701
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.6
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 85.5% vs 0%
Black 6% vs 0%
Asian 4% vs 0%
Hispanic 2% vs 0%
Seton-la Salle High School Pittsburgh Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Seton-la Salle High School (this school) 6.6
Keystone Oaks HS 8.6
Pittsburgh Pioneer 4.2
Mt Lebanon SHS 8.7
Pittsburgh Carrick HS 5.7
Pittsburgh Brashear HS 5.5
Brentwood SHS 8.0
The New Academy CS 4.9
Baldwin SHS 5.2
City CHS 7.9
Urban Pathways 6-12 CS 4.3
Passport Academy CS 4.7
Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 8.5
Upper Saint Clair HS 9.6
Pittsburgh Conroy 3.1
Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 8.1
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy 7.8
Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 3.8
Pittsburgh Online Academy 5.5
Propel CS-Montour 5.2
Propel CS-Homestead 3.8

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- 5.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,206
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 26%
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 400
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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)

White 85.5%
Black 6.0%
Asian 4.0%
Two or More 2.2%
Hispanic 2.0%
Native American 0.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1000 MCNEILLY RD, Pittsburgh, PA 15226

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seton-la Salle High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Mt Lebanon SHS (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Keystone Oaks HS (rated 8.6/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Keystone Oaks MS Pittsburgh 0.2 mi 7.0
Keystone Oaks HS Pittsburgh 0.2 mi 8.6
Pittsburgh Brookline K-8 Pittsburgh 0.5 mi 6.0
Howe El Sch Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 8.3
Young Scholars of Western Pennsylvania CS Pittsburgh 0.9 mi 6.2
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh 0.8 mi
AVE MARIA ACADEMY-MT LEBANON CAMPUS Pittsburgh 0.8 mi 5.1
Dormont El Sch Pittsburgh 1.0 mi 8.8
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8 Pittsburgh 1.1 mi 4.1
Myrtle Ave Sch Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 7.7
Washington El Sch Pittsburgh 1.1 mi 9.2
Mellon MS Pittsburgh 1.2 mi 8.5
Lincoln El Sch Pittsburgh 1.2 mi 8.0
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 4.7
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 5.7
Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8 Pittsburgh 1.4 mi 3.8
Pittsburgh Pioneer Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 4.2
Mt Lebanon SHS Pittsburgh 1.5 mi 8.7
Foster El Sch Pittsburgh 1.8 mi 8.8
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5 Pittsburgh 1.9 mi 6.5

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BISHOP MC CORT CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Johnstown, PA 6.6
Biglerville HS Biglerville, PA 6.6
Curwensville Area JSHS Curwensville, PA 6.6
MOUNT ST JOSEPH ACADEMY Flourtown, PA 6.6
Mapletown JSHS Greensboro, PA 6.6
Salisbury SHS Allentown, PA 6.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seton-la Salle High School

What grades does Seton-la Salle High School serve?

Seton-la Salle High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Seton-la Salle High School?

Seton-la Salle High School has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seton-la Salle High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Seton-la Salle High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Seton-la Salle High School rank in PA?

Seton-la Salle High School ranks #416 of 873 private schools in PA.

What is Seton-la Salle High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Seton-la Salle High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Seton-la Salle High School a private school?

Yes, Seton-la Salle High School is a private coeducational 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 Seton-la Salle High School a religious school?

Seton-la Salle High School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
13 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
400
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County

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