For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,122 students in 15227, PA (there are , serving 80 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 15227, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15227, PA are Moore School, Brentwood Sr. High School and Brentwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15227 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15227, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15227, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Moore School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3809 Dalewood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-7776
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-7776
Gr: K-5 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Brentwood Sr. High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3601 Brownsville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Gr: 9-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Brentwood Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3601 Brownsville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4940
Gr: 6-8 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Elroy Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3129 Elroy Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4484
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 881-4484
Gr: K-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
15227, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15227, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15227, PA include Moore School, Brentwood Sr. High School and Brentwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15227?
4 public schools are located in 15227.
What percentage of students in 15227 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 15227 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15227?
15227 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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