For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 297 students in 15234, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 15234, PA is Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 15234 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 15234, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 15234, PA Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 15234, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 15234, PA include Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 15234?
1 public charter schools are located in 15234.
What is the racial composition of students in 15234?
15234 public charter schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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