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School Information

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Pittsburgh Westwood K-8 is a neighborhood school located in Pittsburgh's Westwood community.

Pittsburgh Westwood is dedicated to providing every child with an opportunity to grow academically and emotionally through enriched activities and programs geared to promote thinking and learning. 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. Strong emphasis is placed on attaining and surpassing the benchmarks in literacy and mathematics.

More information about school programs, procedures and expectations is available in the School Handbook.

 

Enrollment:

Total Students: 314
African-American: 157 (50.00%)
American Indian: 0 (0.00%)
Asian: 5 (1.59%)
Hispanic: 10 (3.18%)
Multi-Racial: 21 (6.69%)
White: 121 (38.54%)
Male Students: 162 (51.59%)
Female Students: 152 (48.41%)


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:

  • Partnerships with community and social service organizations to provide support services for students and families.
  • After-school Programs (Educational Assistance Program offering tutoring in Reading and Math; recreational gym and seasonal intramural sport teams for students in grades 4-8).
     
  • Before- and after-school child care for students provided by YMCA for a nominal fee.
     
     

Special Education Programs:

  • Learning Support
  • Emotional Support
  • Hearing Support
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

More information is available in the School Handbook and in the Parent & Family Involvement section of the District website.