PITTSBURGH BANKSVILLE K-5

Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsburgh SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 327 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 27 teachers, Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 is a neighborhood elementary school located in the Banksville area of Pittsburgh, operating as part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district. Serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade, the school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. Its curriculum is designed to provide a foundational education that prepares students for middle school while encouraging them to become active participants in their local community.

The school is known for its focus on inclusivity and personalized instruction, utilizing various resources within the Pittsburgh Public Schools system to meet the diverse needs of its student body. Beyond the core academic subjects, Banksville K-5 often integrates opportunities for creative expression and enrichment activities to create a well-rounded school experience. By maintaining strong communication between educators, families, and the surrounding neighborhood, the school strives to cultivate a safe and collaborative atmosphere where every student is encouraged to succeed.

For more information, contact Pittsburgh Banksville K-5 at (412) 529-7400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1001 Carnahan Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15216-2901
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PITTSBURGH BANKSVILLE K-5 is a public Title I school in Pittsburgh, PA with about 327 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Pittsburgh SD
Total Students:
327
Teachers:
27.05
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 327 students

White
44.3%
Asian
21.7%
Black or African American
17.4%
Hispanic/Latino
11.3%
Two or more races
5.2%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.