For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 3,281 students in 15203, PA.
The top ranked public charter schools in 15203, PA are The New Academy Charter School, Propel Cs-mckeesport and Propel Cs-east. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 15203 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 15203, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 15203, PA Public Charter Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
The New Academy Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Jonquil Way
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 885-5200
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 885-5200
Grades: 8-12
| 67 students
Rank: #22.
Propel Cs-mckeesport
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2412 Versailles Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 311 students
Rank: #33.
Propel Cs-east
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1611 Monroeville Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 333 students
Rank: #44.
Propel Cs-pitcairn
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
435 Agatha Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 207 students
Rank: #55.
Propel Cs-montour
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
340 Bilmar Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-12
| 785 students
Rank: #66.
Propel Cs-homestead
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
129 E 10th Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 323-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 323-7305
Grades: K-12
| 517 students
Rank: #77.
Propel Cs-braddock Hills
Charter School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Yost Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-12
| 711 students
Rank: #88.
Propel Cs-northside
Charter School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1805 Buena Vista Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 325-7305
Grades: K-8
| 350 students
15203, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
930 E Carson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Grades: 9-12
| 377 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 15203, PA?
The top ranked public charter schools in 15203, PA include The New Academy Charter School, Propel Cs-mckeesport and Propel Cs-east.
How many public charter schools are located in 15203?
8 public charter schools are located in 15203.
What is the racial composition of students in 15203?
15203 public charter schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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