For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,565 students in 15236, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15236, PA are Pleasant Hills Middle School, Whitehall Elementary School and Mcclellan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15236 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15236, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15236, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Hills Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
404 Old Clairton Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-8680
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-8680
Gr: 6-8 | 813 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Whitehall Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4900 Curry Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7525
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7525
Gr: 1-2 | 669 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: K-2 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
J.e. Harrison Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
129 Windvale Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7530
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7530
Gr: 6-7 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15236, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15236, PA include Pleasant Hills Middle School, Whitehall Elementary School and Mcclellan Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15236?
4 public elementary schools are located in 15236.
What is the racial composition of students in 15236?
15236 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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