For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 829 students in 15216, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 15216, PA are Keystone Oaks Middle School and Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15216, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keystone Oaks Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1002 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Gr: 6-8 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
(Math: 10% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
595 Crane Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Gr: 6-8 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 15216, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 15216, PA include Keystone Oaks Middle School and Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 15216?
2 public middle schools are located in 15216.
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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