For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 538 students in 15205, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15205, PA are Crafton Elementary School and Pittsburgh Westwood K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15205 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15205, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15205, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Crafton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1874 Crafton Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 429-2500
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 429-2500
Grades: K-6
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
508 Shadyhill Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 529-6570
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 529-6570
Grades: K-5
| 259 students
15205, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1400 Crucible St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-2800
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-2800
Grades: PK-8
| 360 students
40 Vancouver St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 921-2727
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 921-2727
Grades: K-4
| 164 students
1235 Clairhaven St
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-6560
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 928-6560
Grades: K-8
| 408 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15205, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15205, PA include Crafton Elementary School and Pittsburgh Westwood K-5.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15205?
2 public elementary schools are located in 15205.
What is the racial composition of students in 15205?
15205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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