For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,576 students in 15206, PA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,151 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 15206, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15206, PA are Pittsburgh Montessori K-5, Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 and Pittsburgh Fulton K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15206 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15206, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15206, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Montessori K-5
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 S Graham St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-2010
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-2010
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6200 Stanton Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-5000
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Pittsburgh Fulton K-5
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5799 Hampton St
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-4600
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Pittsburgh Obama 6-12
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
515 N. Highland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-5980
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-5980
Gr: 6-12 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Urban Academy Of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
437 Turret Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 361-1008
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 361-1008
Gr: K-5 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #66.
Pittsburgh Lincoln K-5
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
328 Lincoln Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-3980
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 529-3980
Gr: PK-5 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Catalyst Academy Charter School
Charter School
7061 Lemington Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 684-2400
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
(412) 684-2400
Gr: K-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15206, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15206, PA include Pittsburgh Montessori K-5, Pittsburgh Dilworth K-5 and Pittsburgh Fulton K-5.
How many public schools are located in 15206?
7 public schools are located in 15206.
What percentage of students in 15206 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 15206 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15206?
15206 public schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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