For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,473 students in 15221, PA (there are , serving 1,299 private students). 53% of all K-12 students in 15221, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15221, PA are Woodland Hills High School, Turner Intermediate School and Kelly Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15221 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15221, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15221, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Woodland Hills High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2550 Greensburg Pike
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-1100
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-1100
Gr: 9-12 | 966 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Turner Intermediate School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1833 Laketon Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 731-5883
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 731-5883
Gr: 3-6 | 230 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Kelly Primary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Kelly Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 371-9504
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 371-9504
Gr: PK-2 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
15221, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8080 Bennett St
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 247-7840
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 247-7840
Gr: PK-5 | 244 students
2150 E Hills Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 247-7830
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 247-7830
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Minority enrollment: 90%
1256 Franklin Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 731-4680
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 731-4680
Gr: PK-6 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Lifebridge Center (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
810 S 6th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(877) 525-5992
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(877) 525-5992
Gr: 7-12
37 Garden Terrace
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 371-4535
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 371-4535
Gr: K-6 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
747 Wallace Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-9303
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-9303
Gr: 7-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
747 Wallace Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 371-9500
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 371-9500
Gr: 9-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15221, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15221, PA include Woodland Hills High School, Turner Intermediate School and Kelly Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 15221?
3 public schools are located in 15221.
What percentage of students in 15221 go to public school?
53% of all K-12 students in 15221 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15221?
15221 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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