For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,356 students in 15220, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 671 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 15220, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15220, PA are Fred L Aiken Elementary School, Chartiers Valley Intrmd School and Pittsburgh Classical 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15220 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15220, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15220, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fred L Aiken Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
881 Greentree Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 921-9166
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 921-9166
Grades: K-5
| 253 students
Rank: #22.
Chartiers Valley Intrmd School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2030 Swallow Hill Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 429-2233
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 429-2233
Grades: 3-5
| 827 students
Rank: #33.
Pittsburgh Classical 6-8
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1463 Chartiers Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 529-3110
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 529-3110
Grades: 6-8
| 276 students
15220, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
822 Crucible St
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 928-6550
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
(412) 928-6550
Grades: K-8
| 327 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15220, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15220, PA include Fred L Aiken Elementary School, Chartiers Valley Intrmd School and Pittsburgh Classical 6-8.
How many public schools are located in 15220?
3 public schools are located in 15220.
What percentage of students in 15220 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 15220 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15220?
15220 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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