Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8

School Overview
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 is a public middle school located in the Beechview neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, operating as part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) district. Serving students in grades six through eight, the school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to bridge the gap between elementary education and the transition to high school. The school’s mission focuses on providing a supportive environment that encourages both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, ensuring students are prepared for the rigors of future academic pursuits.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8 strives to foster a strong sense of community through various extracurricular activities and school-wide initiatives. The school benefits from its location in the South Hills area, utilizing its connection to the broader district resources to provide students with diverse learning opportunities, specialized programs, and technology integration. By maintaining a focus on inclusivity and student engagement, the school aims to create a structured yet encouraging atmosphere where students from diverse backgrounds can thrive.
399
Total Students
36.8
Full-Time Teachers
10.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
Demographic Student Count
White96
Hispanic62
Black152
Asian45
Two or More43
American Indian1
  • Black
    152 (38.1 %)
  • White
    96 (24.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    62 (15.5 %)
  • Asian
    45 (11.3 %)
  • Two or More
    43 (10.8 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pittsburgh SD
Phone: (412)529-8130
Website: http://www.pghschools.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 399
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 128
Grade 7 121
Grade 8 150

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
Grade Student Count
Grade 6128
Grade 7121
Grade 8150
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17744.4%
Male22255.6%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)