For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,535 students in 15228, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 279 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 15228, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15228, PA are Mt Lebanon Sr. High School, Howe Elementary School and Markham Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15228 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 88% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15228, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15228, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt Lebanon Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 93% | Reading: 91%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
155 Cochran Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2003
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2003
Grades: 9-12
| 1,840 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Howe Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Broadmoor Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2157
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2157
Grades: K-5
| 369 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Markham Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
165 Crescent Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2152
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2152
Grades: K-5
| 300 students
Rank: #44.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
735 Washington Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2142
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2142
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #55.
Mellon Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11 Castle Shannon Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2122
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2122
Grades: 6-8
| 635 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15228, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15228, PA include Mt Lebanon Sr. High School, Howe Elementary School and Markham Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15228?
5 public schools are located in 15228.
What percentage of students in 15228 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 15228 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15228?
15228 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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