Best 15217 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,471 students in 15217, PA (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,411 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 15217, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).

The top-ranked public schools in 15217, PA are Pittsburgh Colfax K-8, Pittsburgh Allderdice High School and Pittsburgh Minadeo K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 15217 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15217, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.

Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).