For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,853 students in Glenshaw, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 327 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Glenshaw, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Glenshaw, PA are Scott Primary School, Shaler Area Elementary School and Shaler Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glenshaw, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Glenshaw have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Glenshaw, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Primary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
705 Scott Ave
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: K-3 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Shaler Area Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
705 Scott Avenue
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Gr: 4-6 | 870 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Shaler Area Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1810 Mt Royal Blvd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: 7-8 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Glenshaw, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Glenshaw, PA include Scott Primary School, Shaler Area Elementary School and Shaler Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Glenshaw?
3 public schools are located in Glenshaw.
What percentage of students in Glenshaw go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Glenshaw are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Glenshaw?
Glenshaw public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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