For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,088 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, Passport Academy Charter School and City Chs. 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 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15222, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15222, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12
(Math: 52% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 9th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Gr: 6-12 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Passport Academy 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
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
City Chs
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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
Gr: K-5 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
15222, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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, Passport Academy Charter School and City Chs.
How many public schools are located in 15222?
5 public schools are located in 15222.
What percentage of students in 15222 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 15222 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15222?
15222 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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