For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,499 students in 15216, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 15216, PA are Keystone Oaks High School and Pittsburgh Brashear High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15216 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Keystone Oaks High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15216, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Keystone Oaks High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6040
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6040
Grades: 9-12
| 577 students
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
590 Crane Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7300
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 922 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 15216, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15216, PA include Keystone Oaks High School and Pittsburgh Brashear High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15216?
2 public high schools are located in 15216.
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public high schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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