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Best 15216 Pennsylvania Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,132 students in 15216, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15216, PA are Lincoln Elementary School, Dormont Elementary School and Keystone Oaks Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15216 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15216, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15216, PA Public Elementary 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 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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15216, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15216, PA include Lincoln Elementary School, Dormont Elementary School and Keystone Oaks Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15216?
6 public elementary schools are located in 15216.
What is the racial composition of students in 15216?
15216 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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