The Arsenal School is a historic school building in the Lower Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It houses both a middle school, Arsenal 6–8, and an elementary school, Arsenal PreK–5, operated by Pittsburgh ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
Serving 162 students in grades 6-8, Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8's student population of 162 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 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 Arsenal 6-8 is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2047 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)15-19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
25%
15%
Black
48%
14%
White
16%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8's ranking?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is ranked #2047 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8is often viewed alongside schools like Bellevue Elementary School, Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8?
162 students attend Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 offer ?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 part of?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 located?
Pittsburgh Arsenal 6-8 is located in the Lower Lawrenceville neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Lower Lawrenceville.
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