The Dilworth Elementary School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a historic school building, completed in April 1915. As of March 2015 it is a traditional Magnet school for pre-kindergarten through the fifth grade in the Pittsburgh Public Schools system. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1986.
Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5's student population of 454 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 is 0.60, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1265 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
56%
14%
White
28%
60%
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
59%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5's ranking?
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 is ranked #1265 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 often compared to?
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5is often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Montessori K-5, Pittsburgh Greenfield K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5?
454 students attend Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 students are Black, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5?
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 offer ?
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 part of?
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 located?
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 is located in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in East Liberty.
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