PITTSBURGH WEST LIBERTY K-5

Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsburgh SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 242 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 20 teachers, Pittsburgh West Liberty 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 West Liberty K-5 is a public elementary school located in the Brookline neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving students from kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district, the school emphasizes a foundational academic experience, focusing on core subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is known for its commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment that prioritizes student growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement.

The school’s mission centers on preparing students for middle school success by providing a structured yet supportive learning environment. In addition to standard classroom instruction, West Liberty integrates technology into its curriculum and offers various school activities that foster a sense of belonging among its diverse student body. By focusing on individualized instruction and strong parent-teacher partnerships, Pittsburgh West Liberty strives to ensure that every student reaches their full academic potential while developing the character traits necessary for lifelong learning.

For more information, contact Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 at (412) 529-7420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

785 Dunster St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226-1312
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PITTSBURGH WEST LIBERTY K-5 is a public Title I school in Pittsburgh, PA with about 242 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Pennsylvania

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Pittsburgh SD
Total Students:
242
Teachers:
20.74
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 242 students

White
66.1%
Two or more races
15.3%
Black or African American
13.6%
Asian
2.1%
Hispanic/Latino
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.8%

Female
49.6%
Male
50.4%

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.