For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 569 students in 15205, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15205, PA are Crafton Elementary School and Pittsburgh Westwood K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15205 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15205, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15205, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crafton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1874 Crafton Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 429-2500
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 429-2500
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
508 Shadyhill Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 529-6570
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 529-6570
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
15205, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1400 Crucible St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-2800
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 360 students Minority enrollment: 74%
40 Vancouver St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 921-2727
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 921-2727
Gr: K-4 | 164 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1235 Clairhaven St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-6560
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-6560
Gr: K-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15205, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15205, PA include Crafton Elementary School and Pittsburgh Westwood K-5.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15205?
2 public elementary schools are located in 15205.
What is the racial composition of students in 15205?
15205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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