Best 15218 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,168 students in 15218, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 371 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 15218, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15218, PA are Environmental Cs At Frick Park, Edgewood El Steam Academy and Dickson Prep Steam Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15218 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15218, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15218, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Environmental Cs At Frick Park
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
829 Milton Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 247-7970
Gr: K-12 | 1,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Edgewood El Steam Academy
(Math: 17% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
241 Maple Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-2238
Gr: PK-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Dickson Prep Steam Academy
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
7301 Schoyer Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
(412) 731-5816
Gr: 6-8 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 15218, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15218, PA include Environmental Cs At Frick Park, Edgewood El Steam Academy and Dickson Prep Steam Academy.
How many public schools are located in 15218?
3 public schools are located in 15218.
What percentage of students in 15218 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 15218 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15218?
15218 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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