For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,327 students in 15208, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 424 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 15208, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15208, PA are Pittsburgh Linden K-5, Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 and Pittsburgh Faison K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15208 have an average math proficiency score of 6% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15208, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15208, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Linden K-5
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
725 S Linden Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-3996
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-3996
Gr: K-5 | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7100 Reynolds St
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-7870
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-7870
Gr: 6-8 | 183 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #33.
Pittsburgh Faison K-5
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7430 Tioga St
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-2305
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-2305
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Pittsburgh Westinghouse
(Math: 3% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1101 N. Murtland Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-3940
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
(412) 529-3940
Gr: 6-12 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15208, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15208, PA include Pittsburgh Linden K-5, Pittsburgh Sterrett 6-8 and Pittsburgh Faison K-5.
How many public schools are located in 15208?
4 public schools are located in 15208.
What percentage of students in 15208 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 15208 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15208?
15208 public schools minority enrollment is 95% 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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