Below Average
#2239 of 2,846 schools in PA
Wilkins EL Steam Academy
Elementary School · Woodland Hills SD
362 Churchill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
454
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,239 of 2,846
In Pittsburgh
#111 of 148
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Woodland Hills SD
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Wilkins EL Steam Academy
Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wilkins EL Steam Academy
Wilkins EL Steam Academy is a public elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Woodland Hills SD. Wilkins EL Steam Academy serves approximately 454 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilkins EL Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,239 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Wilkins EL Steam Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Wilkins EL Steam Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Wilkins EL Steam Academy — Students at Wilkins EL Steam Academy score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.7/10.
How Wilkins EL Steam Academy Compares
See how Wilkins EL Steam Academy 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
362 Churchill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wilkins EL Steam Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH (rated 9.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Turtle Creek), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Life Male STEAM Academy CS Pittsburgh | 0.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Propel CS-East Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.0 |
| Turtle Creek EL STEAM Academy Turtle Creek | 1.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Penn Hills El Sch Pittsburgh | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Woodland Hills HS Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 3.7 |
| PACE SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 1.6 mi | 8.3 |
| Propel CS-Braddock Hills Pittsburgh | 1.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Penn Hills SHS Pittsburgh | 2.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Turner Intermediate Sch Wilkinsburg | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Westinghouse Arts Academy CS Wilmerding | 2.9 mi | 6.3 |
| NEW STORY Monroeville | 2.7 mi | 7.3 |
| IMANI CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Linton MS Pittsburgh | 3.6 mi | 3.3 |
| UNIVERSAL ACADEMY OF PITTSBURGH Pittsburgh | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Pittsburgh | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| Penn Hills CS of Entrepreneurship Pittsburgh | 3.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Propel CS-Pitcairn Pittsburgh | 3.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Edgewood El STEAM Academy Pittsburgh | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| PITTSBURGH URBAN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pittsburgh | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| DIVINE MERCY ACADEMY Monroeville | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,292
Median Home Value
$132,800
Median Rent
$1,048/mo
Population
33,811
College Educated
35.5%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
44.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wilkins EL Steam Academy
What grades does Wilkins EL Steam Academy serve?
Wilkins EL Steam Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wilkins EL Steam Academy?
Wilkins EL Steam Academy has an enrollment of approximately 454 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilkins EL Steam Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Wilkins EL Steam Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wilkins EL Steam Academy rank in PA?
Wilkins EL Steam Academy ranks #2,239 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Wilkins EL Steam Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Wilkins EL Steam Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Wilkins EL Steam Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilkins EL Steam Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Wilkins EL Steam Academy a charter school?
No, Wilkins EL Steam Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wilkins EL Steam Academy a Title I school?
No, Wilkins EL Steam Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wilkins EL Steam Academy?
80.6% of students at Wilkins EL Steam Academy 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 454
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Allegheny County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (412) 824-3231
Resources & Links
District
Woodland Hills SD- District Enrollment
- 3,191
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,824
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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