For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,673 students in 15236, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 489 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 15236, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15236, PA are Pleasant Hills Middle School, Whitehall Elementary School and Mcclellan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15236 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15236, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15236, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Hills Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
404 Old Clairton Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-8680
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-8680
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Whitehall Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4900 Curry Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7525
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7525
Gr: 1-2 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Mcclellan Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 80% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
360 School Ln
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-2700
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 655-2700
Gr: K-2 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
J.e. Harrison Education Center
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
129 Windvale Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7530
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7530
Gr: 3-6 | 1,409 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Baldwin Sr. High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4653 Clairton Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7500
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7500
Gr: 7-12 | 2,019 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
5151 Mcannulty Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 714-2020
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 714-2020
Gr: K | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15236, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15236, PA include Pleasant Hills Middle School, Whitehall Elementary School and Mcclellan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15236?
6 public schools are located in 15236.
What percentage of students in 15236 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 15236 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15236?
15236 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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