For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,046 students in 15202, PA (there are , serving 87 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 15202, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15202, PA are Avalon Elementary School, Northgate Mshs and Bellevue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15202 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15202, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15202, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Avalon Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
721 California Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Grades: K-6
| 263 students
Rank: #22.
Northgate Mshs
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
589 Union Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Grades: 7-12
| 456 students
Rank: #33.
Bellevue Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
435 Lincoln Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 327 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15202, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15202, PA include Avalon Elementary School, Northgate Mshs and Bellevue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15202?
3 public schools are located in 15202.
What percentage of students in 15202 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 15202 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15202?
15202 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Recent Articles
Can Naviance Succeed Improve College and Career Readiness?
Learn about a new student assessment system, Naviance Succeed, which provides tools and support to increase student college and career readiness. A number of school districts are using the tool this year in hopes of improving student performance through more accurate assessment process than are currently available.
Do You Need After School Day Care? Public Schools May Be the Solution
Learn about how your child's public school may be the best source of after school and vacation day care.
The Link Between Education and Incarceration: The NAACP Report
Education and the rate of incarceration have been linked in a recent NAACP report. Learn about the report and the troubling findings.