Serving 182 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Propel Cs-pitcairn 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 89% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Propel Cs-pitcairn ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Propel Cs-pitcairn's student population of 182 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
182 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Propel Cs-pitcairn 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-pitcairn is 0.42, 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
#2448 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
4%
16%
Black
75%
14%
White
11%
60%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Propel Cs-pitcairn's ranking?
Propel Cs-pitcairn is ranked #2448 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Propel Cs-pitcairn?
182 students attend Propel Cs-pitcairn.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Propel Cs-pitcairn students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Propel Cs-pitcairn?
Propel Cs-pitcairn has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Propel Cs-pitcairn offer ?
Propel Cs-pitcairn offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Propel Cs-pitcairn part of?
Propel Cs-pitcairn is part of Propel CS-Pitcairn School District.
In what neighborhood is Propel Cs-pitcairn located?
Propel Cs-pitcairn is located in the Regent Square neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in Regent Square.
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