For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,216 students in 15243, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 434 private students). 74% of all K-12 students in 15243, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15243, PA are Hoover Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15243 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15243, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15243, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hoover Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
37 Robb Hollow Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 276-7411
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 276-7411
Gr: K-5 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11 Moffett St
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 344-2167
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 344-2167
Gr: K-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
21 Moffett St
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 344-2120
Pittsburgh, PA 15243
(412) 344-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15243, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15243, PA include Hoover Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School and Jefferson Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15243?
3 public schools are located in 15243.
What percentage of students in 15243 go to public school?
74% of all K-12 students in 15243 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15243?
15243 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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