For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,740 students in 15228, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15228, PA are Markham Elementary School, Howe Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15228 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15228, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15228, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Markham Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
165 Crescent Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2152
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2152
Grades: K-5
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Broadmoor Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2157
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2157
Grades: K-5
| 375 students
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
735 Washington Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2142
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2142
Grades: K-5
| 423 students
Rank: #44.
Mellon Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11 Castle Shannon Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2122
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2122
Grades: 6-8
| 631 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15228, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15228, PA include Markham Elementary School, Howe Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15228?
4 public elementary schools are located in 15228.
What is the racial composition of students in 15228?
15228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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