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Pittsburgh Obama 6-12

515 N. Highland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 750 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 750 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class="so-dt-title" id="top-rankings">Top Rankings

Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

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Attribute
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12's student population of 750 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
750 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#2211 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15%
36%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
43%
55%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
25-29%
57%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
3%
14%
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Black
72%
14%
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White
17%
62%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Pittsburgh Obama 6-12.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Pennsylvania.
0.45
This chart displays the diversity score of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the public school average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
≥95%
87%
This chart displays graduation rate of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and public school graduation rate of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
3%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2015-16 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Obama 6-12's ranking?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is ranked #2211 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academ by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Obama 6-12?
750 students attend Pittsburgh Obama 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 students are Black, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Obama 6-12?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 offer ?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 part of?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 located?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is located in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Liberty.

School Reviews
5   8/12/2018
Great school, haven't had any major problems in my five years attending. Highly recommended to those who want a diverse school that prepares it's students for higher education and has an extremely well-rounded choice of classes.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - DTV

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 750 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 43% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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