Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 vs Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12
Pittsburgh · Public high · Grades 6–12
678 students
Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS
Pittsburgh · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
344 students
| Measure | Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania | Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #520 of 618 | #1320 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #12638 of 16,910 | #38902 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 678 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 108.7% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 14.1 | 13.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| city | Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.1 vs 29.5).
- •Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS does better on math proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 42%).
- •Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (100% vs 108.7%).
- •Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 14.1).
- •Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is the larger school with 678 students compared with 344.
- •Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is a public school while Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh 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 Obama 6-12 better than Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS?
On the Success Index (US), Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 ranks higher (33.1 vs 29.5 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 Obama 6-12 and Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12: 678. Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 and Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS rank in Pennsylvania?
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12 is 520th of 618 and Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh CS is 1320th of 1,627 among high schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).