Pittsburgh Creative and Performing Arts 6–12 is a magnet school located in the Cultural District of Downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. CAPA is one of four 6th to 12th grade schools in the Pittsburgh Public Schools. It was formed from a merger between CAPA High School and Rogers CAPA Middle School.
Serving 840 students in grades 6-12, Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 840 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12's student population of 840 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
840 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1979
Colors
White, Black, Blue, Red, Yellow
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
25%
14%
White
61%
60%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Unicorn, Phoenix
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Capa 6-12's ranking?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is ranked #378 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is 95%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Capa 6-12?
840 students attend Pittsburgh Capa 6-12.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 students are White, 25% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Capa 6-12?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 offer ?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 part of?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 located?
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 is located in the Downtown neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 4 other public schools located in Downtown.
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