For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,840 students in 15238, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 1,588 private students). 71% of all K-12 students in 15238, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15238, PA are Fairview Elementary School, Ohara Elementary School and Hartwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15238 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15238, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15238, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
738 Dorseyville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-9315
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-9315
Gr: K-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Ohara Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
115 Cabin Lane
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-0333
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-0333
Gr: K-5 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Hartwood Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
3730 Saxonburg Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5396
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5396
Gr: K-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Fox Chapel Area High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
611 Field Club Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 967-2430
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 967-2430
Gr: 9-12 | 1,360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #55.
Dorseyville Middle School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3732 Saxonburg Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5343
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5343
Gr: 6-8 | 981 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15238, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15238, PA include Fairview Elementary School, Ohara Elementary School and Hartwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15238?
5 public schools are located in 15238.
What percentage of students in 15238 go to public school?
71% of all K-12 students in 15238 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15238?
15238 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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