Highcliff El Sch
540 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Highcliff Elementary School is located in the North Hills School District, serving students in the Ross Township area of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. As a public institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment that emphasizes foundational academic skills, character development, and a strong sense of community. The school is known for its commitment to the success of its students, often focusing on creating a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous classroom instruction with social-emotional growth.
Beyond its core curriculum, Highcliff Elementary benefits from its affiliation with the broader North Hills School District, which provides the school with consistent resources, extracurricular opportunities, and a structured approach to student achievement. The faculty and staff prioritize building positive relationships with families to ensure a collaborative partnership in student progress. With its suburban setting and focus on inclusivity, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood children, preparing them for future success as they transition to the district's middle and high school programs.
Beyond its core curriculum, Highcliff Elementary benefits from its affiliation with the broader North Hills School District, which provides the school with consistent resources, extracurricular opportunities, and a structured approach to student achievement. The faculty and staff prioritize building positive relationships with families to ensure a collaborative partnership in student progress. With its suburban setting and focus on inclusivity, the school serves as a central hub for neighborhood children, preparing them for future success as they transition to the district's middle and high school programs.
540
Total Students
42.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 457 |
| Hispanic | 23 |
| Black | 19 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 40 |
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White457 (84.6 %)
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Two or More40 (7.4 %)
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Hispanic23 (4.3 %)
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Black19 (3.5 %)
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Asian1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | North Hills SD |
| Phone: | (412)318-1582 |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 540 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 42.4 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
83
Grade 1
104
Grade 2
89
Grade 3
91
Grade 4
84
Grade 5
89
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 83 |
| Grade 1 | 104 |
| Grade 2 | 89 |
| Grade 3 | 91 |
| Grade 4 | 84 |
| Grade 5 | 89 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 275 | 50.9% |
| Male | 265 | 49.1% |
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