For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,269 students in 15234, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15234, PA are Foster Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Myrtle Ave School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15234 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15234, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15234, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Foster Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
700 Vermont Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 344-2162
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 344-2162
Grades: K-5
| 295 students
Rank: #22.
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1524 Hamilton Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 854-8618
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 854-8618
Grades: K-4
| 353 students
Rank: #33.
Myrtle Ave School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3724 Myrtle Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 571-6137
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 571-6137
Grades: K-5
| 323 students
Rank: #44.
Young Scholars Of Western Pennsylvania Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Newport Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 668-2064
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
(412) 668-2064
Grades: K-8
| 298 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15234, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15234, PA include Foster Elementary School, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School and Myrtle Ave School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15234?
4 public elementary schools are located in 15234.
What is the racial composition of students in 15234?
15234 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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