For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 741 students in 15217, PA.
The top ranked public middle school in 15217, PA is Pittsburgh Colfax K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 15217 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 26%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15217, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15217, PA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Colfax K-8
(Math: 56% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2332 Beechwood Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-3525
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
(412) 529-3525
Grades: K-8
| 741 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 15217, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 15217, PA include Pittsburgh Colfax K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 15217?
1 public middle schools are located in 15217.
What is the racial composition of students in 15217?
15217 public middle schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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