For the 2026 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, Bellevue Elementary School and Northgate Mshs. 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 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avalon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
721 California Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Gr: K-6 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Bellevue Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
435 Lincoln Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Northgate Mshs
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
589 Union Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Pittsburgh, PA 15202
(412) 732-3300
Gr: 7-12 | 456 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
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, Bellevue Elementary School and Northgate Mshs.
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).
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