Serving 350 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Propel Cs-northside 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 5% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Propel Cs-northside's student population of 350 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Rankings
Propel Cs-northside 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 Propel Cs-northside is 0.24, which is less 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
#2704 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
2%
15%
Black
87%
14%
White
4%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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 Propel Cs-northside's ranking?
Propel Cs-northside is ranked #2704 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Propel Cs-northside often compared to?
Propel Cs-northsideis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh King K-8, 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Propel Cs-northside?
350 students attend Propel Cs-northside.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Propel Cs-northside students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Propel Cs-northside?
Propel Cs-northside has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Propel Cs-northside offer ?
Propel Cs-northside offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Propel Cs-northside part of?
Propel Cs-northside is part of Propel CS-Northside School District.
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