For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,841 students in 15236, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 15236, PA are Pleasant Hills Middle School and Baldwin Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 15236 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15236, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15236, PA Public Middle 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 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Baldwin Sr. High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4653 Clairton Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7500
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7500
Gr: 7-12 | 2,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 15236, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 15236, PA include Pleasant Hills Middle School and Baldwin Sr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 15236?
2 public middle schools are located in 15236.
What is the racial composition of students in 15236?
15236 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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