Founded in 1979, T.O.L.A.T.R. Academy is a preparatory school for children in grades Kindergarten through 12 and a fully licensed daycare center.
We provide children with a less traditional, more comprehensive education.
Our mission is to provide Optimus Disciplina -- the best in educational excellence to every child enrolled in the Academy.
We offer new perspectives through new experiences by encouraging fair play and teaching children to become independent thinkers.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tolatr Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
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Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Student Body
Total Students
18 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
89%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Tolatr Academy?
The application deadline for Tolatr Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tolatr Academy located?
Tolatr Academy is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
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