For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,824 students in 15024, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 162 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 15024, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15024, PA are Deer Lakes High School, Deer Lakes Middle School and East Union Intrmd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15024 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15024, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15024, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Deer Lakes High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
163 East Union Rd
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 265-5320
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 265-5320
Gr: 9-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Deer Lakes Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17 East Union Road
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 265-5310
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 265-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
East Union Intrmd School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
57 East Union Road
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 265-5330
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 265-5330
Gr: 3-5 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Acmetonia Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 Pearl Street
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 274-6500
Cheswick, PA 15024
(724) 274-6500
Gr: PK-6 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15024, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15024, PA include Deer Lakes High School, Deer Lakes Middle School and East Union Intrmd School.
How many public schools are located in 15024?
4 public schools are located in 15024.
What percentage of students in 15024 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 15024 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15024?
15024 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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