Catalyst Academy Charter School serves 315 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catalyst Academy Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Catalyst Academy Charter School's student population of 315 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 52% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
315 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Catalyst Academy Charter School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
88%
14%
White
1%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Catalyst Academy Charter School?
315 students attend Catalyst Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Catalyst Academy Charter School students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Catalyst Academy Charter School?
Catalyst Academy Charter School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Catalyst Academy Charter School offer ?
Catalyst Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Catalyst Academy Charter School part of?
Catalyst Academy Charter School is part of Catalyst Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Catalyst Academy Charter School located?
Catalyst Academy Charter School is located in the Lincoln Lemington Belmar neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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