For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,122 students in 15222, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 135 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 15222, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15222, PA are Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, City Chs and Passport Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15222 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15222, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15222, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12
(Math: 54% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 9th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Grades: 6-12
| 845 students
Rank: #22.
City Chs
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Stanwix Street, Suuite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 690-2489
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 690-2489
Grades: 9-12
| 577 students
Rank: #33.
Passport Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
933 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 376-3724
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 376-3724
Grades: 9-12
| 101 students
Rank: #44.
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
914 Penn Avenue, Floor 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Grades: 6-12
| 293 students
Rank: #55.
Urban Pathways K-5 College Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
925 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 325-4075
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 325-4075
Grades: K-5
| 306 students
15222, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Urban Pathways Youngstown (Closed 2015)
Charter School
914 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(877) 644-6338
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(877) 644-6338
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15222, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15222, PA include Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, City Chs and Passport Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 15222, PA?
5 public schools are located in 15222, PA.
What percentage of students in 15222, PA go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 15222, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15222, PA?
15222, PA public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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