Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 vs Urban Pathways 6-12 CS
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 185 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 6–12
840 students
Urban Pathways 6-12 CS
Pittsburgh · Charter high · Grades 6–12
325 students
| Measure | Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Urban Pathways 6-12 CS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #354 of 618 | #567 of 618 |
| National rank | #6243 of 16,910 | #15192 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 840 | 325 |
| Enrollment | 840 | 325 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 94.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 10.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 7.5% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 20.5).
- •Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 does better on math proficiency (63% vs 7.5%).
- •Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 27%).
- •Urban Pathways 6-12 CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.8% vs 98.3%).
- •Urban Pathways 6-12 CS does better on students per teacher (10.5 vs 16.5).
- •Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is the larger school with 840 students compared with 325.
- •Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is a public school while Urban Pathways 6-12 CS is a charter 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 Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 better than Urban Pathways 6-12 CS?
On the Success Index (US), Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 ranks higher (58.3 vs 20.5 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 Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 and Urban Pathways 6-12 CS?
About 185 m in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12: 840. Urban Pathways 6-12 CS: 325. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 and Urban Pathways 6-12 CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is 354th of 618 and Urban Pathways 6-12 CS is 567th of 618 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).