MCKNIGHT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

McKnight El Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the North Allegheny SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 745 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 46 teachers, McKnight 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.

McKnight Elementary School is a highly regarded public school located in the North Hills School District in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Serving students in grades K-5, the school is well-known for its commitment to academic excellence and its supportive, community-focused learning environment. It consistently performs well on state assessments and is frequently recognized for providing a balanced curriculum that emphasizes both core academic subjects and the development of essential social and emotional skills.

Beyond the classroom, McKnight Elementary fosters a strong sense of school spirit through a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and active parent-teacher involvement. The school benefits from its location in the suburban North Hills area, which allows it to leverage community resources to enhance the student experience. With a dedicated teaching staff and a focus on fostering a safe, inclusive atmosphere, McKnight is often viewed as a cornerstone of the local community, preparing its students for a successful transition to middle school.

For more information, contact McKnight El Sch at (412) 635-4105 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.