For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,269 students in 15234, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 185 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 15234, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15234, PA are Foster Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Myrtle Ave School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15234 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15234, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15234, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
700 Vermont Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 344-2162
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 344-2162
Gr: K-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1524 Hamilton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 854-8618
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 854-8618
Gr: K-4 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Myrtle Ave School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3724 Myrtle Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 571-6137
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 571-6137
Gr: K-5 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Newport Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 668-2064
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 668-2064
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15234, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15234, PA include Foster Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Myrtle Ave School.
How many public schools are located in 15234?
4 public schools are located in 15234.
What percentage of students in 15234 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 15234 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15234?
15234 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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