For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,168 students in 15218, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15218, PA are Environmental Cs At Frick Park, Edgewood El Steam Academy and Dickson Prep Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15218 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15218, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15218, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Environmental Cs At Frick Park
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
829 Milton Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 247-7970
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 247-7970
Gr: K-12 | 1,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Edgewood El Steam Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
241 Maple Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-2238
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-2238
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Dickson Prep Steam Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7301 Schoyer Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-5816
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-5816
Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
15218, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7301 Schoyer Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-5816
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-5816
Gr: K-6 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
829 Milton St
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 247-7970
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 247-7970
Gr: K-5 | 187 students Minority enrollment: 97%
7600 Evans St
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 351-0698
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 351-0698
Gr: 4-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
7600 Evans St
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 351-0698
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 351-0698
Gr: 7-8 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15218, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15218, PA include Environmental Cs At Frick Park, Edgewood El Steam Academy and Dickson Prep Steam Academy.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15218?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15218.
What is the racial composition of students in 15218?
15218 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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