Pittsburg High

1,017 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Pittsburg High School (PHS), located at 1978 East 4th Street in Pittsburg, Kansas, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the Pittsburg Community Unified School District 250. Known as the home of the "Purple Dragons," the school is a central pillar of the local community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous academic preparation and a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to support a comprehensive high school experience, providing students with access to modern facilities, vocational training programs, and college-preparatory coursework aimed at preparing them for success after graduation.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Pittsburg High School maintains a strong focus on school spirit and student engagement. The school hosts numerous athletic programs, performing arts groups, and student-led organizations that foster a sense of belonging and school pride. By maintaining strong ties with the surrounding Pittsburg community and leveraging its status as a key educational hub in Crawford County, PHS strives to cultivate a supportive environment that encourages both personal growth and civic responsibility among its diverse student body.
1,017
Total Students
57.0
Full-Time Teachers
17.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
65.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pittsburg High
Demographic Student Count
White649
Hispanic197
Black33
Asian10
Two or More96
American Indian1
Pacific Islander31
  • White
    649 (63.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    197 (19.4 %)
  • Two or More
    96 (9.4 %)
  • Black
    33 (3.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    31 (3.0 %)
  • Asian
    10 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pittsburg
Phone: (620)235-3200
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,017
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 57.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 17.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 578
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 92
Grades Taught
Grade 9 275
Grade 10 287
Grade 11 237
Grade 12 204
Ungraded 14

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pittsburg High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9275
Grade 10287
Grade 11237
Grade 12204
Ungraded14
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pittsburg High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female45244.4%
Male56555.6%