For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,552 students in 15239, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 301 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 15239, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15239, PA are Pivik Elementary School, O'block Elementary School and Holiday Park Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15239 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15239, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15239, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pivik Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
151 School Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4580
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4580
Gr: K-4 | 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
O'block Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Center New Texas Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4420
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4420
Gr: K-4 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Holiday Park Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Gr: 5-6 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #44.
Plum Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
440 Presque Isle Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Gr: 7-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Plum Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Elicker Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Gr: 9-12 | 1,249 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
15239, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4795 Havana Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Gr: K-6 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Gr: K-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15239, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15239, PA include Pivik Elementary School, O'block Elementary School and Holiday Park Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in 15239?
5 public schools are located in 15239.
What percentage of students in 15239 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 15239 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15239?
15239 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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