PAYNTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Paynter El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Baldwin-Whitehall SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 784 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 47 teachers, Paynter El Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Paynter Elementary School is a public school located in the Baldwin-Whitehall School District in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Serving students in the suburban community of Baldwin, the school is part of a district committed to providing a comprehensive K-5 education that focuses on academic excellence, emotional growth, and the development of essential life skills. The school emphasizes a supportive learning environment, utilizing modern instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of its student body while fostering strong partnerships between educators, students, and families.

As part of the Baldwin-Whitehall community, Paynter Elementary benefits from the district's broader mission to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing world. The school maintains a focus on core subjects such as literacy and mathematics, while also integrating opportunities for arts, physical education, and technology. By promoting a culture of inclusivity and academic rigor, Paynter strives to create a positive foundation for its students, preparing them for their transition to the middle school level within the district.

For more information, contact Paynter El Sch at (412) 885-7535 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.