School Overview
Pittsburgh Brashear High School, located in the Beechview neighborhood of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a large public secondary school serving the Pittsburgh Public Schools district. Known for its comprehensive academic program, the school offers a diverse range of educational pathways, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and various elective subjects designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school maintains a strong commitment to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the surrounding community.

Beyond academics, Brashear High School emphasizes student engagement through a wide variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive WPIAL athletics, performing arts, and several academic-focused clubs. The school’s mission focuses on developing the whole student by balancing rigorous scholastic expectations with personal development and social-emotional support. By leveraging its partnerships with the district and the broader Pittsburgh community, Brashear strives to provide its students with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities necessary to succeed in a global society.
897
Total Students
81.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Pittsburgh Brashear HS
Demographic Student Count
White206
Hispanic151
Black381
Asian90
Two or More69
  • Black
    381 (42.5%)
  • White
    206 (23.0%)
  • Hispanic
    151 (16.8%)
  • Asian
    90 (10.0%)
  • Two or More
    69 (7.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Pittsburgh SD
Phone: (412)529-7300
Website: http://www.pghschools.org/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 897
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 81.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 229
Grade 10 243
Grade 11 216
Grade 12 209

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Pittsburgh Brashear HS
Grade Student Count
Grade 9229
Grade 10243
Grade 11216
Grade 12209
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Pittsburgh Brashear HS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40244.8%
Male49555.2%
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