For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 209 students in 15224, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 15224, PA is Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 15224 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15224, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15224, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 40th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 529-8800
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 529-8800
Grades: K-5
| 209 students
15224, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
5101 Hillcrest St
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 665-2020
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 665-2020
Grades: PK-5
| 201 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15224, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15224, PA include Pittsburgh Woolslair K-5.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15224?
1 public elementary schools are located in 15224.
What is the racial composition of students in 15224?
15224 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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