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Best 15216 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,631 students in 15216, PA (there are , serving 373 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 15216, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15216, PA are Lincoln Elementary School, Dormont Elementary School and Keystone Oaks High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15216, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2 Ralston Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 344-2147
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Dormont Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3200 Annapolis Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6152
Gr: K-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Keystone Oaks High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1000 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6040
Gr: 9-12 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Keystone Oaks Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1002 Kelton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 571-6146
Gr: 6-8 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #55.
Pittsburgh Beechwood K-5
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
810 Rockland Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7390
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Pittsburgh Banksville K-5
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1001 Carnahan Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7400
Gr: K-5 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #77.
Pittsburgh South Hills 6-8
(Math: 10% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
595 Crane Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-8130
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #88.
Pittsburgh Brashear High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
590 Crane Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216
(412) 529-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 922 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 74%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 15216, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15216, PA include Lincoln Elementary School, Dormont Elementary School and Keystone Oaks High School.
How many public schools are located in 15216?
8 public schools are located in 15216.
What percentage of students in 15216 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 15216 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public schools minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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