For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,535 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 56% 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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15239, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
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 | 740 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 | 512 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 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
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 | 1,220 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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