For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,797 students in 15222, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 15222, PA are Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, City Chs and Passport Academy Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15222 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15222, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15222 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is City Chs, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15222, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12
(Math: 54% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 9th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Grades: 6-12
| 826 students
Rank: #22.
City Chs
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
201 Stanwix Street, Suuite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 690-2489
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 690-2489
Grades: 9-12
| 564 students
Rank: #33.
Passport Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
933 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 376-3724
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 376-3724
Grades: 9-12
| 99 students
Rank: #44.
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
914 Penn Avenue, Floor 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Grades: 6-12
| 308 students
15222, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
914 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(877) 644-6338
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(877) 644-6338
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 15222, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15222, PA include Pittsburgh Capa 6-12, City Chs and Passport Academy Charter School.
How many public high schools are located in 15222?
4 public high schools are located in 15222.
What is the racial composition of students in 15222?
15222 public high schools minority enrollment is 64% 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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