For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,535 students in 15229, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 57 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 15229, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15229, PA are Highcliff Elementary School, West View Elementary School and North Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15229 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15229, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15229, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highcliff Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
156 Peony Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1582
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1582
Gr: K-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
West View Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
47 Chalfonte Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1502
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1502
Gr: K-5 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
North Hills Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 Rochester Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1452
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1452
Gr: 6-8 | 1,127 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
North Hills High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
53 Rochester Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1402
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1402
Gr: 9-12 | 1,443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15229, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15229, PA include Highcliff Elementary School, West View Elementary School and North Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15229?
4 public schools are located in 15229.
What percentage of students in 15229 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 15229 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15229?
15229 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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