PITTSBURGH WESTWOOD K-8

Pittsburgh Westwood K-8 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsburgh SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 256 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 19 teachers, Pittsburgh Westwood K-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Westwood K-8 is a neighborhood public school located in the Westwood area of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational foundation that prepares students for the transition to high school. Its K-8 structure is designed to offer a consistent, supportive learning environment, allowing students to build long-term relationships with teachers and staff throughout their elementary and middle school years.

The school emphasizes academic growth while fostering a sense of community among its student body. By integrating standard curriculum requirements with extracurricular opportunities, Pittsburgh Westwood K-8 aims to address the holistic needs of its diverse learners. Parents and community members interested in specific school policies, academic calendars, or current news regarding staff and programming can find updated information through the official Pittsburgh Public Schools portal or by contacting the school’s administration office directly at their Shadyhill Road location.

For more information, contact Pittsburgh Westwood K-8 at (412) 529-6570 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.