For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 659 students in 15206, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 15206, PA is Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 15206 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 15206, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 15206, PA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
437 Turret Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 361-1008
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 361-1008
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: n/an/a
Catalyst Academy Charter School
Charter School
7061 Lemington Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 684-2400
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 684-2400
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 15206, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 15206, PA include Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 15206?
2 public charter schools are located in 15206.
What is the racial composition of students in 15206?
15206 public charter schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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