For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,397 students in 15226, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 390 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 15226, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15226, PA are Pittsburgh Brookline K-8, Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 and Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15226 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15226, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15226, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Brookline K-8
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Woodbourne Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7380
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7380
Gr: PK-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
785 Dunster St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7420
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7420
Gr: K-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1550 Breining St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7760
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7760
Gr: PK-8 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Pittsburgh South Brook 6-8
(Math: 10% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
779 Dunster St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-8170
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-8170
Gr: 6-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Pittsburgh Pioneer
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
775 Dunster St
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7405
Pittsburgh, PA 15226
(412) 529-7405
Gr: K-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15226, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15226, PA include Pittsburgh Brookline K-8, Pittsburgh West Liberty K-5 and Pittsburgh Carmalt K-8.
How many public schools are located in 15226?
5 public schools are located in 15226.
What percentage of students in 15226 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 15226 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15226?
15226 public schools minority enrollment is 53% 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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