For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,673 students in 15236, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 698 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 15236, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15236, PA are Mcclellan Elementary School, Whitehall Elementary School and Pleasant Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15236 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15236, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15236, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcclellan Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 80% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
360 School Ln
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-2700
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-2700
Grades: K-2
| 388 students
Rank: #22.
Whitehall Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4900 Curry Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7525
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7525
Grades: 1-2
| 721 students
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Hills Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
404 Old Clairton Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-8680
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-8680
Grades: 6-8
| 822 students
Rank: #44.
J.e. Harrison Education Center
(Math: 38% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
129 Windvale Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7530
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7530
Grades: 3-6
| 1,409 students
Rank: #55.
Baldwin Sr. High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4653 Clairton Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7500
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7500
Grades: 7-12
| 2,019 students
Rank: n/an/a
5151 Mcannulty Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 714-2020
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 714-2020
Grades: K
| 314 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15236, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15236, PA include Mcclellan Elementary School, Whitehall Elementary School and Pleasant Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15236?
6 public schools are located in 15236.
What percentage of students in 15236 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 15236 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15236?
15236 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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