For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 547 students in 15239, PA.
The top ranked public middle school in 15239, PA is Plum Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø middle school in zipcode 15239 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15239, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15239, PA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plum Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
440 Presque Isle Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Pittsburgh, PA 15239
(724) 733-2400
Grades: 7-8
| 547 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 middle schools in 15239, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 15239, PA include Plum Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 15239?
1 public middle schools are located in 15239.
What is the racial composition of students in 15239?
15239 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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