For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 714 students in 15213, PA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 15213, PA are Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 and Pittsburgh Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 15213 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15213, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15213, PA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12
(Math: 51% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 Thackeray St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 529-7620
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 529-7620
Grades: 6-12
| 610 students
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Online Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
341 S. Bellefield Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 529-3510
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(412) 529-3510
Grades: 4-12
| 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 15213, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 15213, PA include Pittsburgh Science And Technology Academy 6-12 and Pittsburgh Online Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 15213?
2 public middle schools are located in 15213.
What is the racial composition of students in 15213?
15213 public middle schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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