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Western Psychiatric Institute

3811 O''hara Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Western Psychiatric Institute in Pittsburgh, PA is a co–ed special education school serving students in grades 5 through 8 in a central city setting.

The school employs 10 teachers to support its enrollment and operates as a nonsectarian educational program.

Located in the North Oakland neighborhood, Western Psychiatric Institute offers specialized services within the Pittsburgh community.

This special education school maintains a student–teacher ratio of approximately 5.6:1 based on available staff, supporting individualized instruction.

Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 5-8
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 5-8

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Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Application URL

Online Application

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Western Psychiatric Institute?

The application deadline for Western Psychiatric Institute is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Western Psychiatric Institute located?

Western Psychiatric Institute is located in the North Oakland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 5 other private schools located in North Oakland.

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Quick Facts (2026)

School Type: Special Education School
Grades: 5-8
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Pittsburgh, PA is $13,263 for elementary schools and $18,149 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Pittsburgh, PA is 67% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).