For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,450 students in 15229, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 57 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 15229, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15229, PA are North Hills Sr. High School, Highcliff Elementary School and West View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15229 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15229, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15229, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Hills Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
53 Rochester Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1402
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1402
Grades: 9-12
| 1,383 students
Rank: #22.
Highcliff Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
156 Peony Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1582
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1582
Grades: K-5
| 540 students
Rank: #33.
West View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
47 Chalfonte Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1502
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1502
Grades: K-5
| 457 students
Rank: #44.
North Hills Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 Rochester Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1452
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1452
Grades: 6-8
| 1,070 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15229, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15229, PA include North Hills Sr. High School, Highcliff Elementary School and West View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15229?
4 public schools are located in 15229.
What percentage of students in 15229 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 15229 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15229?
15229 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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