For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,076 students in 15229, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15229, PA are Highcliff Elementary School, West View Elementary School and North Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15229 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15229, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15229, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highcliff Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
156 Peony Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1582
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1582
Gr: K-5 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
West View Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
47 Chalfonte Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1502
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1502
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
North Hills Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
55 Rochester Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1452
Pittsburgh, PA 15229
(412) 318-1452
Gr: 6-8 | 1,075 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15229, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15229, PA include Highcliff Elementary School, West View Elementary School and North Hills Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15229?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15229.
What is the racial composition of students in 15229?
15229 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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