For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 565 students in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh, PA.
The top ranked public school in Overbrook is Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 55% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Breining St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7760
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7760
Grades: PK-8
| 565 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh, PA?
The top ranked public schools in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh, PA include Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh?
1 public schools are located in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh?
the neighborhood of Overbrook, Pittsburgh public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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