For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,631 students in 15216, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 373 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 15216, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15216, PA are Lincoln Elementary School, Keystone Oaks High School and Dormont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15216, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 Ralston Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 344-2147
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 344-2147
Grades: K-5
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Keystone Oaks High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6040
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6040
Grades: 9-12
| 577 students
Rank: #33.
Dormont Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Annapolis Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6152
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6152
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Rank: #44.
Keystone Oaks Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1002 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Grades: 6-8
| 378 students
Rank: #55.
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
810 Rockland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7390
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7390
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Rank: #66.
Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 Crane Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7300
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 922 students
Rank: #77.
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Carnahan Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7400
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7400
Grades: K-5
| 288 students
Rank: #88.
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
(Math: 8% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
595 Crane Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Grades: 6-8
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15216, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15216, PA include Lincoln Elementary School, Keystone Oaks High School and Dormont Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15216?
8 public schools are located in 15216.
What percentage of students in 15216 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 15216 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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