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Best Clairton Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,996 students in Clairton, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Clairton, PA are Gill Hall Elementary School, Jefferson Hills Intermediate School and Thomas Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clairton, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Clairton have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Clairton, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gill Hall Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
829 Gill Hall Rd
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 655-4732
Gr: K-2 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Hills Intermediate School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
875 Old Clairton Rd
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 655-4163
Gr: 3-5 | 816 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Thomas Jefferson High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
830 Old Clairton Rd
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 655-8610
Gr: 9-12 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Steel Center For Career And Technical Education
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
565 N. Lewis Run Road
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 469-3200
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #55.
Clairton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Waddell Ave
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 233-9200
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Clairton Middle School High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
501 Waddell Ave
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 233-9200
Gr: 6-12 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Clairton, Pennsylvania

Clairton, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Clairton High School (Closed 2010)
501 Waddell Ave
Clairton, PA 15025
(412) 233-9200
Gr: 9-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Clairton, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Clairton, PA include Gill Hall Elementary School, Jefferson Hills Intermediate School and Thomas Jefferson High School.
How many public schools are located in Clairton?
6 public schools are located in Clairton.
What is the racial composition of students in Clairton?
Clairton public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Clairton are often viewed compared to one another?

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