Abraxas Pittsburgh School is a co–ed alternative school serving grades 7 through 12 in the Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
The school enrolls 89 students with a student–teacher ratio of 6:1 supported by 14 teachers.
The student body is 77% students of color, reflecting diversity within this city–based nonsectarian private school.
This Pittsburgh alternative school is located in a city community and offers programs for middle and high school students.
School Overview
Student Body
Total Students
89 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
77%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Abraxas Pittsburgh School?
The application deadline for Abraxas Pittsburgh School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Abraxas Pittsburgh School located?
Abraxas Pittsburgh School is located in the Larimer neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Abraxas Pittsburgh School is The Ellis School (0.8 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Tek Start (0.7 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Tek Start
Alternative School
1308 Lincoln Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 267-7122
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 267-7122
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-4 | 7 students
6202 Alder St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 924-1012
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 924-1012
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-K | 38 students
6425 Fifth Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-5992
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 661-5992
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 403 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 10 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Sacred Heart Elementary School
(Catholic)
325 Emerson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 441-1582
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 441-1582
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 433 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
St. Bede School
(Catholic)
6920 Edgerton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 661-9425
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 661-9425
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 290 students
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