Best 15217 Pennsylvania Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,415 students in 15217, PA.
The top ranked public high school in 15217, PA is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 15217 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 48%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in 15217, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15217 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 15217, PA Public High Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2409 Shady Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-4800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,415 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 15217, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15217, PA include Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15217, PA?
1 public high schools are located in 15217, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 15217, PA?
15217, PA public high schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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