Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8

School Information

Pittsburgh Sunnyside K-8 is a neighborhood school located in Pittsburgh's Stanton Heights community. Pittsburgh Sunnyside provides a safe, healthy and accepting environment where students are encouraged by the school and community to reach their highest levels of achievement. The instructional program is designed around the District's comprehensive curriculum, emphasizing the Pennsylvania learning standards in reading, math, science, social studies, art, music and physical education. More information about school programs, procedures and expectations is available in the School Handbook. Percentage of students at Proficient/Advanced levels on PSSA Reading and Math Tests: Enrollment: Total Students: 299 African-American: 239 (79.93%) American Indian: 0 (0.00%) Asian: 1 (0.33%) Hispanic: 1 (0.33%) Multi-Racial: 15 (5.02%) White: 43 (14.38%) Male Students: 155 (51.84%) Female Students: 144 (48.16%) Enrollment information is updated on the first day of each month. Enrollment figures may change based on student transfers and new registrations. At the beginning of the school year, enrollment data may be less accurate until the official state recognized membership date (20 days after the start of school).   Quick Facts: School-wide Title 1 program focusing on student achievement in reading and math as well as parental and community involvement. Music program offering World Drumming and Keyboarding for grades K-8, as well as Instrumental Music for grades 3-8. After-school programs (Extended Day Tutoring, Elect After-School Program and YMCA After-School Program). Partnerships with Family Links and OASIS Intergenerational Tutoring.

Special Education Programs: Learning Support Emotional Support Multiple Disabilities Support Gifted Education More information is available in the School Handbook and in the Special Education section of the District website.

Parent/Family Involvement: Parent School Community Council (PSCC) Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) School Volunteers Open House Parent/Teacher Conferences More information is available in the School Handbook and in the Parent & Family Involvement section of the District website.