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#448 of 2,846 schools in PA

Top 16% in state

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs

Elementary School · Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS

10 Center Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15132

Charter

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#448 of 2,846

In Pittsburgh

#38 of 148

public schools

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs

8.0/10

Elementary School in Pittsburgh · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs is a public elementary school in Pittsburgh, PA, part of Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS. Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

How it compares1.6 pts above PA schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • PA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny 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.

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.09 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2024
TrendStable
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.6% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-32.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,446
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs — Students at Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 17.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
40.7% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 35.2% (multi-year average, 2015-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 30 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
14.8%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
18.1%
ELA
33.2%

* 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 Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs Compares

See how Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
84th percentile in PA
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
100%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

Location

10 Center Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15132

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central El Sch (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Elizabeth), with a comparable rating. Another option is Greenock El Sch (rated 7.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mckeesport), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby White Oak), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pittsburgh, see our Pittsburgh schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SERRA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Mckeesport 0.9 mi 6.4
Greenock El Sch Mckeesport 1.5 mi 7.2
Mt Vernon El Sch Mckeesport 1.8 mi 6.4
McKeesport Area SHS Mckeesport 2.1 mi 4.3
Founders Hall Middle Sch Mckeesport 2.2 mi 2.3
MARY OF NAZARETH CATHOLIC S White Oak 2.3 mi 7.1
Propel CS-McKeesport Pittsburgh 2.3 mi 3.3
South Allegheny MS Mckeesport 2.0 mi 6.7
South Allegheny HS Mckeesport 2.0 mi 6.3
Central El Sch Elizabeth 2.6 mi 7.6
Elizabeth Forward MS Elizabeth 2.8 mi 5.8
Twin Rivers El Sch Mckeesport 2.6 mi 4.5
Francis McClure El Sch Mckeesport 2.8 mi 6.4
South Allegheny El Sch Port Vue 2.7 mi 5.9
Clairton El Sch Clairton 3.2 mi 4.4
Clairton MS/HS Clairton 3.2 mi 3.4
Duquesne El Sch Duquesne 4.1 mi 6.0
Logan El Sch North Versailles 4.1 mi 6.7
Elizabeth Forward SHS Elizabeth 4.3 mi 8.1
East Allegheny JSHS North Versailles 4.3 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 15132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$32,170

Median Home Value

$71,300

Median Rent

$791/mo

Population

19,083

College Educated

12.1%

Homeownership

48.9%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

32%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs

What grades does Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs serve?

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs?

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs?

The student-teacher ratio at Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs rank in PA?

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs ranks #448 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs's MySchoolScout rating?

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).

Is Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs a charter school?

Yes, Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs a Title I school?

No, Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny Cs?

100.0% of students at Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
100.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Allegheny County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

District

Young Scholars of Greater Allegheny CS
District Enrollment
300
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,446
District Rank
#1 of 1

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