For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,554 students in 15239, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 301 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 15239, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15239, PA are Plum Sr. High School, Pivik Elementary School and Center Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15239 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15239, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15239, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plum Sr. High School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 83% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Elicker Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,183 students
Rank: #22.
Pivik Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
151 School Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4580
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4580
Grades: K-4
| 761 students
Rank: #33.
Center Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 Center New Texas Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4420
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4420
Grades: K-4
| 462 students
Rank: #44.
Holiday Park Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Grades: 5-6
| 529 students
Rank: #55.
Oblock Jhs
(Math: 29% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
440 Presque Isle Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Grades: 7-8
| 619 students
15239, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4795 Havana Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Grades: K-6
| 243 students
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Grades: K-6
| 334 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15239, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15239, PA include Plum Sr. High School, Pivik Elementary School and Center Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15239, PA?
5 public schools are located in 15239, PA.
What percentage of students in 15239, PA go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 15239, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15239, PA?
15239, PA public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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