For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 3,420 students in 15203, PA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 15203, PA are Propel Cs-mckeesport, Propel Cs-east and The New Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 15203 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 15%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 15203, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 68% (majority Black).
Best 15203, PA Public Charter Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Propel Cs-mckeesport
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2412 Versailles Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
Propel Cs-east
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1611 Monroeville Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 346 students
Rank: #33.
The New Academy Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Jonquil Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 885-5200
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 885-5200
Grades: 8-12
| 56 students
Rank: #44.
Propel Cs-montour
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
340 Bilmar Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-12
| 791 students
Rank: #55.
Propel Cs-pitcairn
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
435 Agatha Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 209 students
Rank: #66.
Propel Cs-braddock Hills
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Yost Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-12
| 791 students
Rank: #77.
Propel Cs-homestead
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
129 E 10th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 323-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 323-7305
Grades: K-12
| 512 students
Rank: #88.
Propel Cs-northside
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1805 Buena Vista Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 379 students
15203, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
South Vo-tech High School (Closed 2005)
Magnet School
930 E Carson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Grades: 9-12
| 377 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 15203, PA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 15203, PA include Propel Cs-mckeesport, Propel Cs-east and The New Academy Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 15203?
8 public charter schools are located in 15203.
What is the racial composition of students in 15203?
15203 public charter schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 68% (majority Black).
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