Very Good
#198 of 873 private schools in PA
Top 23% of private schools
The Neighborhood Academy
High School
709 N AIKEN AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
7.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#198 of 873
In Pittsburgh
#22 of 46
public schools
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The Neighborhood Academy
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About The Neighborhood Academy
The Neighborhood Academy is a private high school in Pittsburgh, PA. The Neighborhood Academy serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 7.5:1 student-teacher ratio. The Neighborhood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #198 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, The Neighborhood Academy 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 7.5:1 students to teachers, The Neighborhood Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Neighborhood Academy 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 The Neighborhood Academy compares to 82 public schools serving similar grades in Pittsburgh, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Neighborhood Academy (this school) | 7.4 |
| Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 | 6.8 |
| Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 | 6.4 |
| Pittsburgh Westinghouse | 3.9 |
| Pittsburgh Online Academy | 5.5 |
| Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12 | 3.8 |
| Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 | 4.0 |
| Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy 6-12 | 8.1 |
| Pittsburgh Colfax K-8 | 8.8 |
| Provident CS | 7.2 |
| Pittsburgh Allderdice HS | 7.9 |
| Environmental CS at Frick Park | 6.0 |
| Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 | 8.7 |
| Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8 | 6.5 |
| Shaler Area HS | 7.5 |
| Passport Academy CS | 4.7 |
| Urban Pathways 6-12 CS | 4.3 |
| Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 | 8.5 |
| Pittsburgh King K-8 | 4.8 |
| Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8 | 4.5 |
Showing 20 of 82 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.
Data Unavailable
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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
709 N AIKEN AVE, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Neighborhood Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 (rated 6.0/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, THE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,906
Median Home Value
$288,300
Median Rent
$1,284/mo
Population
29,176
College Educated
58.9%
Homeownership
41.8%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
14%
Median Age
36.3
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|---|---|
| Dr Robert Ketterer CS Inc Latrobe, PA | 7.5 |
| BLUE MOUNTAIN ACADEMY Hamburg, PA | 7.3 |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia, PA | 7.3 |
| ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Natrona Heights, PA | 7.3 |
| Salisbury-Elk Lick JSHS Salisbury, PA | 7.3 |
| BEAVER CO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL -UPPER Beaver Falls, PA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Neighborhood Academy
What grades does The Neighborhood Academy serve?
The Neighborhood Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend The Neighborhood Academy?
The Neighborhood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Neighborhood Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Neighborhood Academy is 7.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Neighborhood Academy rank in PA?
The Neighborhood Academy ranks #198 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is The Neighborhood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
The Neighborhood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Neighborhood Academy a private school?
Yes, The Neighborhood Academy is a private coeducational school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is The Neighborhood Academy a religious school?
The Neighborhood Academy has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Allegheny County
- Phone
- (412) 362-2029
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