Serving 77 students in grades 4-12, Pittsburgh Online Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 39:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pittsburgh Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Pittsburgh Online Academy's student population of 77 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Pittsburgh Online Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pittsburgh Online Academy is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2345 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
16%
Black
39%
14%
White
43%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pittsburgh Online Academy's ranking?
Pittsburgh Online Academy is ranked #2345 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Pittsburgh Online Academy often compared to?
Pittsburgh Online Academyis often viewed alongside schools like 21st Century Cyber Charter School, Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pittsburgh Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Pittsburgh Online Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pittsburgh Online Academy?
77 students attend Pittsburgh Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Pittsburgh Online Academy students are White, 39% of students are Black, 16% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pittsburgh Online Academy?
Pittsburgh Online Academy has a student ration of 39:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pittsburgh Online Academy offer ?
Pittsburgh Online Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pittsburgh Online Academy part of?
Pittsburgh Online Academy is part of Pittsburgh School District.
In what neighborhood is Pittsburgh Online Academy located?
Pittsburgh Online Academy is located in the North Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Oakland.
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