For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 569 students in 15205, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 590 private students). 47% of all K-12 students in 15205, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15205, PA are Crafton Elementary School and Pittsburgh Westwood K-5. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15205 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15205, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15205, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crafton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1874 Crafton Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 429-2500
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 429-2500
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Pittsburgh Westwood K-5
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
508 Shadyhill Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 529-6570
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
(412) 529-6570
Gr: K-5 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15205, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15205, PA include Crafton Elementary School and Pittsburgh Westwood K-5.
How many public schools are located in 15205?
2 public schools are located in 15205.
What percentage of students in 15205 go to public school?
47% of all K-12 students in 15205 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15205?
15205 public schools minority enrollment is 51% 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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