PITTSBURGH ARLINGTON K-8

Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Pittsburgh SD school district, located in Pittsburgh, PA with about 368 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 39 teachers, Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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 Arlington K-8, located in the Arlington neighborhood of Pittsburgh, serves as a comprehensive educational institution catering to students from kindergarten through eighth grade. As part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district, the school is dedicated to providing a foundational academic experience that prepares students for the transition to high school. The school’s mission emphasizes fostering a supportive learning environment where students can develop both academically and socially, utilizing the district’s standardized curriculum to meet state educational benchmarks.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 focuses on community engagement and the holistic development of its student body. The school frequently leverages its position within the community to encourage parent involvement and extracurricular participation, aiming to create a sense of stability and growth for its K-8 population. By maintaining a continuous educational setting for nine years, the school seeks to build strong, long-term relationships between staff, students, and families, ensuring that each child receives personalized attention throughout their formative years.

For more information, contact Pittsburgh Arlington K-8 at (412) 529-4700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.