For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,080 students in 15203, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 15203, PA are The New Academy Charter School, Propel Cs-montour and Propel Cs-homestead. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15203 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15203, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15203 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Propel Cs-montour, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15203, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
The New Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Jonquil Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 885-5200
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 885-5200
Gr: 8-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Propel Cs-montour
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
340 Bilmar Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Gr: K-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Propel Cs-homestead
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
129 E 10th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 323-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 323-7305
Gr: K-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #44.
Propel Cs-braddock Hills
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Yost Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Gr: K-12 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
15203, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
930 E Carson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Gr: 9-12 | 377 students Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 15203, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15203, PA include The New Academy Charter School, Propel Cs-montour and Propel Cs-homestead.
How many public high schools are located in 15203?
4 public high schools are located in 15203.
What is the racial composition of students in 15203?
15203 public high schools minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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