WESTINGHOUSE ARTS ACADEMY CS

Westinghouse Arts Academy CS is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Westinghouse Arts Academy CS school district, located in Wilmerding, PA with about 111 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th 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 7 teachers, Westinghouse Arts Academy CS has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Westinghouse Arts Academy Charter School, located in Wilmerding, Pennsylvania, is a specialized public charter school dedicated to integrating rigorous academic studies with intensive pre-professional arts training. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the academy provides a unique educational environment where the creative arts are not merely extracurricular, but a core component of the daily curriculum. The school is designed to foster a community of diverse learners who are passionate about their craft, offering specialized tracks in areas such as visual arts, music, dance, theater, and digital media.

By combining Pennsylvania state-standard academic requirements with conservatory-style instruction, the academy aims to prepare students for both collegiate success and professional careers in the arts. The school emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and individual expression, utilizing its unique location—a historic building transformed into a creative hub—to provide state-of-the-art facilities for performances and studio work. Ultimately, Westinghouse Arts Academy serves as a vital resource for artistically inclined students in the region, seeking to bridge the gap between traditional academic education and the demands of the global creative industry.

For more information, contact Westinghouse Arts Academy CS at (412) 518-0907 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.