Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh
About the School
- Since 1832, Pressley Ridge has been helping troubled and troubling children find joy in life, become healthy and find a place in society where they can be a success.
- We accomplish these goals by offering each child the services that meets his or her needs in education, community-based, residential and treatment foster care services.
- Pressley Ridge provides an array of services to troubled and developmentally challenged children while helping these children remain close to their families and communities.
- A nonprofit organization founded in 1832, Pressley Ridge offers innovative programs in Delaware, Kentucky, Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and the District of Columbia.
- Internationally our programs serve children and families in Hungary and Portugal.
- Our 1,000 employees help 1,900 children and their families daily.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Top Ranked PA School
- School Type: Special Education School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Rankings
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School History
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1832
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
44 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
74%
State avg.: 27%
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.:
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh's ranking?
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Pennsylvania for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh?
The application deadline for Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh located?
Pressley Ridge Day School - Pittsburgh is located in the Marshall Shadeland neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA. There are 2 other private schools located in Marshall Shadeland.
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The nearest preschool is Northside Catholic Assumption Academy (1.3 miles away)
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Gr: Inquire with school | 187 students
Avg. class size: 7 students
Extracurriculars: 2
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1405 Shady Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 420-2356
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 26 students
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514 Marshall Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 322-0140
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-12 | 67 students
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1450 Ingham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students
Avg. class size: 145 students
Montessori School
3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Daycare / Preschool
621 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-0250
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Special Education School
100 Enger Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 26 students
Special Education School
514 Marshall Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 322-0140
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-12 | 67 students
Special Education School
1450 Ingham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Special Education School
100 Enger Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 8-10 | 1 student
Christian
10 N Fremont Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-0333
Distance: 3.6 mi
Gr: 5-12 | 14 students
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40 Vancouver St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 458-1696
Distance: 0.4 mi
Gr: 1-12 | 26 students
Special Education School
514 Marshall Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 322-0140
Distance: 1.1 mi
Gr: K-12 | 67 students
Special Education School
1450 Ingham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 246-0412
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students
Avg. class size: 145 students
Montessori School
3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Distance: 1.8 mi
Gr: 2-12 | 53 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Special Education School
100 Enger Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 586-0160
Distance: 2.3 mi
Gr: 8-10 | 1 student
Christian
10 N Fremont Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 761-0333
Distance: 1.3 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 152 students
Avg. class size: 145 students
Montessori School
3854 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(908) 730-8986
Distance: 1.6 mi
Gr: PK-K | 25 students
Daycare / Preschool
621 E North Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 231-0250
Distance: 1.9 mi
Gr: PK-K | 12 students
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808 Ridge Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 237-6512
Distance: 2.4 mi
Gr: K | 57 students
Daycare / Preschool (Catholic)
285 Bellevue Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 931-9761
Distance: 2.5 mi
Gr: NS-PK
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925 Liberty Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 560-0237
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Quick Facts
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
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Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8150
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8150
9312.1 miles
Gr: K-5 | 430 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
(Math: 28% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
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104 Bavington Rd
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8100
Burgettstown, PA 15021
(724) 947-8100
9312.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 492 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
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225 Midlan Drive
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-5064
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 222-5064
9312.3 miles
Gr: K-3 | 232 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
(Math: 57% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
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Top 30%10
110 Fort Cherry Road
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(724) 796-1551
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(724) 796-1551
9314.3 miles
Gr: K-6 | 455 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
(Math: 19% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
110 Fort Cherry Road
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(724) 796-1551
Mc Donald, PA 15057
(724) 796-1551
9314.3 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 457 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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