For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,471 students in 15217, PA (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,805 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 15217, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15217, PA are Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, Pittsburgh Allderdice High School and Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15217 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15217, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15217, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
(Math: 63% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2332 Beechwood Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-3525
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-3525
Gr: K-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2409 Shady Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-4800
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,386 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6502 Lilac St
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-4035
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-4035
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15217, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15217, PA include Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, Pittsburgh Allderdice High School and Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5.
How many public schools are located in 15217?
3 public schools are located in 15217.
What percentage of students in 15217 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 15217 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15217?
15217 public schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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