Best 15216 Pennsylvania Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,436 students in 15216, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 15216, PA are Keystone Oaks High School and Pittsburgh Brashear High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15216 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is equal to the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pittsburgh Brashear High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15216, PA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Keystone Oaks High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1000 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6040
Gr: 9-12 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
590 Crane Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 77%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 15216, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 15216, PA include Keystone Oaks High School and Pittsburgh Brashear High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15216?
2 public high schools are located in 15216.
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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