For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,294 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 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15217, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15217 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15217, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 1,294 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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?
1 public high schools are located in 15217.
What is the racial composition of students in 15217?
15217 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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