Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Carnegie Mellon University Children's School
About the School
- Carnegie Mellon University Children's School in Pittsburgh, PA, offers co–ed early childhood education for grades PK through K in a nonsectarian, city–based program located in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood.
- The school enrolls a total of 88 students with a student–teacher ratio of 44:1, supported by 2 teachers.
- Approximately 10% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some level of diversity within the community.
- Tuition data is not provided, but Pittsburgh area private elementary schools have an average tuition of $13,154.
- The school serves families in a large city environment and is one of several nearby early childhood options within 0.5 miles of downtown Pittsburgh.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 88 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Student Body
Total Students
88 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
44:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Carnegie Mellon University Children's School?
The application deadline for Carnegie Mellon University Children's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Carnegie Mellon University Children's School located?
Carnegie Mellon University Children's School is located in the Squirrel Hill North neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 7 other private schools located in Squirrel Hill North.
Nearby ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools
The nearest high school to Carnegie Mellon University Children's School is Central Catholic High School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Winchester Thurston School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Carnegie Mellon Univ Children's School (0.1 miles away)
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Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 69 students
Daycare / Preschool
Mmc 17 Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-2199
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 17 students
Daycare / Preschool
1060 Morewood Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-2149
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: K | 7 students
Daycare / Preschool
1060 Morewood Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-1515
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 744 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
All-boys (Catholic)
4720 5th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 208-3422
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-K | 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
635 Clyde Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
(412) 383-2100
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 744 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
All-boys (Catholic)
4720 5th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 208-3422
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 476 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 32
All-girls (Catholic)
144 N Craig St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 682-6633
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-12
Sports: 9
555 Morewood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 578-7518
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 167 students
Special Education School
201 N Bellefield Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 621-0100
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: 9-12 | 41 students
Extracurriculars: 8
5711 Howe St
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 361-7182
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-12
Sports: 9
555 Morewood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 578-7518
Distance: 0.7 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 167 students
Special Education School
201 N Bellefield Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 621-0100
Distance: 0.8 mi
Gr: K-8 | 65 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Extracurriculars: 1
5701 Fifth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232
(412) 361-5332
Distance: 0.9 mi
Gr: PK-8
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 18
5705 Darlington Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 521-1907
Distance: 1.0 mi
Gr: K-8 | 430 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 23
4060 Allequippa St
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
(412) 624-8020
Distance: 0.1 mi
Gr: PK-K | 69 students
Daycare / Preschool
Mmc 17 Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-2199
Distance: 0.2 mi
Gr: PK-K | 17 students
Daycare / Preschool
1060 Morewood Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-2149
Distance: 0.3 mi
Gr: K | 7 students
Daycare / Preschool
1060 Morewood Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 268-1515
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: NS-K | 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
635 Clyde Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
(412) 383-2100
Distance: 0.6 mi
Gr: PK-12
Sports: 9
555 Morewood Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 578-7518
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Location
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Quick Facts
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-5064
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-5064
9309.1 miles
Gr: K-3 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
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6/
Top 50%10
1041 Gabby Ave
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-4730
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-4730
9309.6 miles
Gr: K-3 | 303 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
231 Park Ave
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 225-5380
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 225-5380
9310 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,054 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Allison Ave
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 223-5080
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 223-5080
9310.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 387 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Allison Avenue
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 223-5060
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 223-5060
9310.7 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 205 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
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