For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,577 students in 15239, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 301 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 15239, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15239, PA are Plum Sr. High School, O'block Elementary School and Pivik Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15239 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15239, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15239, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plum Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
900 Elicker Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,226 students
Rank: #22.
O'block Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 Center New Texas Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4420
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4420
Grades: K-4
| 492 students
Rank: #33.
Pivik Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
151 School Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4580
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4580
Grades: K-4
| 760 students
Rank: #44.
Holiday Park Intermediate School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Grades: 5-6
| 542 students
Rank: #55.
Plum Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
440 Presque Isle Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Grades: 7-8
| 557 students
15239, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4795 Havana Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Grades: K-6
| 243 students
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Grades: K-6
| 334 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15239, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15239, PA include Plum Sr. High School, O'block Elementary School and Pivik Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15239?
5 public schools are located in 15239.
What percentage of students in 15239 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 15239 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15239?
15239 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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