For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,122 students in 15227, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 80 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 15227, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15227, PA are Brentwood Sr. High School, Moore School and Brentwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15227 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15227, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15227, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brentwood Sr. High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3601 Brownsville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Grades: 9-12
| 345 students
Rank: #22.
Moore School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3809 Dalewood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-7776
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-7776
Grades: K-5
| 216 students
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3601 Brownsville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Grades: 6-8
| 245 students
Rank: #44.
Elroy Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3129 Elroy Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4484
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4484
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
15227, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3454 Pleasantvue Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 885-7535
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 885-7535
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15227, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15227, PA include Brentwood Sr. High School, Moore School and Brentwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15227?
4 public schools are located in 15227.
What percentage of students in 15227 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 15227 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15227?
15227 public schools minority enrollment is 36% 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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