For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,569 students in 15212, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 256 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 15212, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15212, PA are Reserve Primary School, Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 and Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15212 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15212, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15212, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reserve Primary School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2107 Lonsdale St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 492-1200
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 492-1200
Gr: K-3 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5
Magnet School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
810 Arch Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4100
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 626 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1018 Peralta St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4190
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4190
Gr: 6-8 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #44.
Pittsburgh Allegheny 6-8
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
810 Arch Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4115
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4115
Gr: 6-8 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Pittsburgh Morrow K-8
(Math: 10% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1611 Davis Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-6600
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-6600
Gr: PK-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Pittsburgh Spring Hill K-5
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1351 Damas St
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-3000
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Provident Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1400 Troy Hill Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 709-5160
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 709-5160
Gr: 2-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
David B. Oliver Citywide Academy
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2323 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-3125
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-3125
Gr: 3-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #99.
Pittsburgh King K-8
(Math: 6% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
50 Montgomery Place
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4160
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 529-4160
Gr: PK-8 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
1501 Spring Garden Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 325-4591
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 325-4591
Gr: PK | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
15212, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
635 Ridge Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 323-4150
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 323-4150
Gr: 8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
2819 Shadeland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 734-6610
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 734-6610
Gr: PK-5 | 237 students Minority enrollment: 58%
2323 Brighton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 323-3250
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 323-3250
Gr: 9-12 | 363 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
3530 Fleming Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 732-6700
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 732-6700
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15212, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15212, PA include Reserve Primary School, Pittsburgh Allegheny K-5 and Pittsburgh Schiller 6-8.
How many public schools are located in 15212?
10 public schools are located in 15212.
What percentage of students in 15212 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 15212 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15212?
15212 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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