For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,264 students in Glenshaw, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Glenshaw, PA are Scott Primary School and Shaler Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glenshaw, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Glenshaw have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Glenshaw, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Primary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
705 Scott Ave
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: K-3 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Shaler Area Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
705 Scott Avenue
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Gr: 4-6 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Glenshaw, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
201 Wetzel Rd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: K-3 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1810 Mount Royal Blvd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: 8-9 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Glenshaw, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Glenshaw, PA include Scott Primary School and Shaler Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Glenshaw?
2 public elementary schools are located in Glenshaw.
What is the racial composition of students in Glenshaw?
Glenshaw public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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