Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
387 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
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.
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.
387
Total Students
29.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 72 |
| Hispanic | 82 |
| Black | 145 |
| Asian | 51 |
| Two or More | 37 |
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Black145 (37.5%)
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Hispanic82 (21.2%)
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White72 (18.6%)
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Asian51 (13.2%)
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Two or More37 (9.6%)
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: | 387 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 29.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
134
Grade 7
119
Grade 8
134
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 134 |
| Grade 7 | 119 |
| Grade 8 | 134 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 179 | 46.3% |
| Male | 208 | 53.7% |
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