For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,132 students in 15216, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15216, PA are Lincoln Elementary School, Dormont Elementary School and Keystone Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15216, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2 Ralston Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 344-2147
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 344-2147
Grades: K-5
| 436 students
Rank: #22.
Dormont Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3200 Annapolis Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6152
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6152
Grades: K-5
| 357 students
Rank: #33.
Keystone Oaks Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1002 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Grades: 6-8
| 378 students
Rank: #44.
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
810 Rockland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7390
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7390
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Rank: #55.
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Carnahan Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7400
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7400
Grades: K-5
| 288 students
Rank: #66.
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
(Math: 8% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
595 Crane Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Grades: 6-8
| 324 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15216, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15216, PA include Lincoln Elementary School, Dormont Elementary School and Keystone Oaks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15216?
6 public elementary schools are located in 15216.
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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