For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 430 students in 15214, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 101 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in 15214, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 15214, PA is Pittsburgh Perry High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 15214 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15214, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15214, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Perry High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3875 Perrysville Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 529-3400
Pittsburgh, PA 15214
(412) 529-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15214, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15214, PA include Pittsburgh Perry High School.
How many public schools are located in 15214?
1 public schools are located in 15214.
What percentage of students in 15214 go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in 15214 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15214?
15214 public schools minority enrollment is 89% 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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