For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 777 students in 15227, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15227, PA are Moore School, Brentwood Middle School and Elroy Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15227 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15227, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15227, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moore School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3809 Dalewood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-7776
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-7776
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Brentwood Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3601 Brownsville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Gr: 6-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Elroy Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3129 Elroy Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4484
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4484
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
15227, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15227, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15227, PA include Moore School, Brentwood Middle School and Elroy Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15227?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15227.
What is the racial composition of students in 15227?
15227 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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