For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,249 students in 15239, PA.
The top ranked public high school in 15239, PA is Plum Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 15239 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15239, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 15239 have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Plum Sr. High School, with 97% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15239, PA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plum Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
900 Elicker Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-4880
Grades: 9-12
| 1,249 students
15239, Pennsylvania ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4795 Havana Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(412) 795-0660
Grades: K-6
| 243 students
100 School Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-1500
Grades: K-6
| 334 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 15239, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15239, PA include Plum Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15239?
1 public high schools are located in 15239.
What is the racial composition of students in 15239?
15239 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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