For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,201 students in 15243, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 282 private students). 81% 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 55% 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15243, PA Public Schools (2025)
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 | 283 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
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 | 317 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
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 | 601 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 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?
81% 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 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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