For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,836 students in 15116, PA (there are , serving 524 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 15116, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15116, PA are Scott Primary School, Shaler Area Elementary School and Shaler Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15116 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15116, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15116, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scott Primary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
705 Scott Ave
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: K-3 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Shaler Area Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
705 Scott Avenue
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 491-1200
Gr: 4-6 | 877 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Shaler Area Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1810 Mt Royal Blvd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: 7-8 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
15116, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
201 Wetzel Rd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: K-3 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1810 Mount Royal Blvd
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Glenshaw, PA 15116
(412) 492-1200
Gr: 8-9 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15116, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15116, PA include Scott Primary School, Shaler Area Elementary School and Shaler Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15116?
3 public schools are located in 15116.
What percentage of students in 15116 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 15116 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15116?
15116 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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