For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,821 students in 15116, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 524 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 15116, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15116, PA are Scott Primary School, Shaler Area Elementary School and Shaler Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15116 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15116, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15116, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Scott Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
705 Scott Ave
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Grades: K-3
| 378 students
Rank: #22.
Shaler Area Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
705 Scott Avenue
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Grades: 4-6
| 882 students
Rank: #33.
Shaler Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Mt Royal Blvd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Grades: 7-8
| 561 students
15116, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
201 Wetzel Rd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Grades: K-3
| 170 students
1810 Mount Royal Blvd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Grades: 8-9
| 928 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15116, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15116, PA include Scott Primary School, Shaler Area Elementary School and Shaler Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15116?
3 public schools are located in 15116.
What percentage of students in 15116 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 15116 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15116?
15116 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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