Summary:
The 15211 zip code in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is home to a single elementary school, Pittsburgh Whittier K-5, which serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade. While the school's academic performance is mixed compared to the Pittsburgh School District and the state averages, it stands out for its relatively low student-teacher ratio and the high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a high-poverty student population.
Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 outperforms the Pittsburgh School District in PSSA Math and Science proficiency rates, but lags behind in PSSA English Language Arts. Compared to the state averages, the school's proficiency rates are lower across all subject areas, suggesting room for improvement in academic achievement. However, the school's student-teacher ratio of 10.1 is relatively low, which could potentially provide more individualized attention and support for students.
The high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch (100%) at Pittsburgh Whittier K-5 highlights the unique challenges and resource needs of the school's predominantly low-income student population. While the school's academic performance is mixed, the data suggests that the school is working to support its students and address their specific educational needs within the context of the broader Pittsburgh School District.
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