Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 School Details &amp; FAQ (2026 List)

About Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12

Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is a public magnet school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It is part of the Pittsburgh Public Schools district and serves grades 6-12. About 1,000 students attend the school, which is known for its blend of rigorous academics and focused arts education. Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 offers college preparatory coursework, honors classes, and Advanced Placement (AP) opportunities, in addition to focused programs in visual arts, theater, dance, music, literary arts and digital media, in an effort to support artistic and academic achievement. The student population mirrors the diversity of the urban population, drawing students from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds throughout Pittsburgh. Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is around 54% proficient in Mathematics and 82% proficient in Reading. Offering a balanced mix of academics, leadership development, and innovation, the school has earned recognition as the best high school in Pennsylvania. Students regularly take a number of standardized tests in preparation for college including the SAT, AP exams, and Keystone Exams. Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 is known for its strong academic record, specialized training in the arts and a creative learning environment that supports students in pursuing both academic and artistic goals.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 54%

Reading 82%

State average proficiency is 54% in Math and 82% in Reading.

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Full-time Teachers

16 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

826

Total Students

$76537

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 60.29%

Asian 2.06%

Hispanic 2.3%

Black 26.03%

Two+ Races 8.84%

Native Am. 0.24%

White

60.29%

Asian

2.06%

Hispanic

2.3%

Black

26.03%

Two+ Races

8.84%

Native Am.

0.24%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 826

69.61%

575 Female

30.39%

251 Male

Student Population

826 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 16 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

413 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 Contact Information

Address

111 9th St, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222

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Phone

(412) 529-6100

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Website

http://www.pghschools.org/

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:10 AM to 2:10 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 6:55 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 continues to celebrate student achievement with performances, visual arts exhibitions and regional creative competitions throughout Pittsburgh. The school has expanded interdisciplinary arts education opportunities and enhanced partnerships with local cultural organizations. Students participated in theatre productions, music performances, and joint arts projects.

FAQ

Q1. What are the arts programs available at Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12?

Ans. The school has specialty programs in music, theater, dance, visual arts, literary arts, and digital media arts.

Q2. How competitive is admission to Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12?

Ans. Yes, students typically have to audition or have their portfolio reviewed to get into certain arts programs.

Q3. Does Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 have Advanced Placement (AP) courses?

Ans. Yes, The school offers AP and honors courses, in addition to its arts-based curriculum.

Q4. Are there extracurricular activities outside of the arts?

Ans. Yes, students are encouraged to participate in academic clubs, leadership groups, community activities and certain athletics programs.

Q5. What does Pittsburgh CAPA 6-12 do to prepare students for future careers?

Ans. Academics are rigorous, professional-level arts training is available, and students are supported in college readiness and building their portfolio or performance skills.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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