For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: 8-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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
Gr: K-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
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
Gr: K-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
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
Gr: K-8 | 207 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
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
Gr: K-12 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
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
Gr: K-12 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
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
Gr: K-12 | 711 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
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
Gr: K-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
15203, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
930 E Carson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Pittsburgh, PA 15203
(412) 488-5160
Gr: 9-12 | 377 students Minority enrollment: 68%
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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