Shuman Center School (Closed 2023)

Shuman Center School in Pittsburgh, PA, serves 23 students in grades 7 through 12 within a nonsectarian, city–based alternative school setting.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 3:1, supported by 9 teachers for its small enrollment.
Approximately 67% of the student body identifies as students of color, reflecting diversity in the urban Pittsburgh community.
Shuman Center School offers a co–educational program designed for secondary education (grades 7–12) in a large city locale.
Tuition and additional program details align with typical city private school options in Pittsburgh for alternative education models.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12

Student Body

Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
67%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Shuman Center School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
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 Shuman Center School?
The application deadline for Shuman Center School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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