Best 15217 Pennsylvania Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,386 students in 15217, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 15217, PA is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 15217 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15217, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15217 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pittsburgh Allderdice High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15217, PA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Allderdice High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2409 Shady Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,386 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 53%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 15217, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 15217, PA include Pittsburgh Allderdice High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15217?
1 public high schools are located in 15217.
What is the racial composition of students in 15217?
15217 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% 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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