Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Kelly Primary School 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 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 63%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19%
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kelly Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Kelly Primary School's student population of 276 students has grown by 49% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Promote academic excellence and to enhance the physical, intellectual, socio-emotional, and cultural growth of students for personal success.
Average Class Size
17 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Kelly Primary School is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)15-19%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)35-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Hispanic
12%
16%
Black
74%
14%
White
3%
60%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Kelly Primary School often compared to?
Kelly Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5 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 45% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 63% PA state average).
How many students attend Kelly Primary School?
276 students attend Kelly Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Kelly Primary School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kelly Primary School?
Kelly Primary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kelly Primary School offer ?
Kelly Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kelly Primary School part of?
Kelly Primary School is part of Wilkinsburg Borough School District.
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