For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,864 students in 15129, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 111 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 15129, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15129, PA are South Park Elementary Center, South Park Middle School and South Park Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15129 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15129, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15129, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Park Elementary Center
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2001 Eagle Pride Lane
South Park, PA 15129
(412) 655-3111
South Park, PA 15129
(412) 655-3111
Gr: K-4 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
South Park Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Stewart Rd
South Park, PA 15129
(412) 655-3111
South Park, PA 15129
(412) 655-3111
Gr: 5-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
South Park Sr. High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2005 Eagle Ridge Dr
South Park, PA 15129
(412) 655-3111
South Park, PA 15129
(412) 655-3111
Gr: 9-12 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15129, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15129, PA include South Park Elementary Center, South Park Middle School and South Park Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15129?
3 public schools are located in 15129.
What percentage of students in 15129 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 15129 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15129?
15129 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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