Best 15215 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public school serving 416 students in 15215, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 264 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 15215, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 15215, PA is Kerr Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 15215 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15215, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 15215, PA Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kerr Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
341 Kittanning Pike
Pittsburgh, PA 15215
(412) 781-4105
Grades: K-5
| 416 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 15215, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15215, PA include Kerr Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15215, PA?
1 public schools are located in 15215, PA.
What percentage of students in 15215, PA go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 15215, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15215, PA?
15215, PA public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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