Catalyst Academy CS vs Pittsburgh Faison K-5
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Catalyst Academy CS
Pittsburgh · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
Pittsburgh Faison K-5
Pittsburgh · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
480 students
| Measure | Catalyst Academy CS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Pittsburgh Faison K-5 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1004 of 1,627 | #1561 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #25022 of 50,301 | #47796 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 315 | 480 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 480 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.9% | 105% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 23% |
| Math proficiency | – | 13% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Catalyst Academy CS scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.2 vs 14.7).
- •Catalyst Academy CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.9% vs 105%).
- •Catalyst Academy CS does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 13.0).
- •Pittsburgh Faison K-5 is the larger school with 480 students compared with 315.
- •Catalyst Academy CS is a charter school while Pittsburgh Faison K-5 is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Catalyst Academy CS better than Pittsburgh Faison K-5?
On the Success Index (US), Catalyst Academy CS ranks higher (50.2 vs 14.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Catalyst Academy CS and Pittsburgh Faison K-5?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Catalyst Academy CS: 315. Pittsburgh Faison K-5: 480. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Catalyst Academy CS and Pittsburgh Faison K-5 rank in Pennsylvania?
Catalyst Academy CS is 1004th of 1,627 and Pittsburgh Faison K-5 is 1561st of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).