For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 777 students in 15227, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15227, PA are Moore School, Brentwood Middle School and Elroy Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15227 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15227, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15227, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 216 students
Rank: #22.
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
Grades: 6-8
| 245 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
15227, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3454 Pleasantvue Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 885-7535
Pittsburgh, PA 15227
(412) 885-7535
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15227, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15227, PA include Moore School, Brentwood Middle School and Elroy Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15227?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15227.
What is the racial composition of students in 15227?
15227 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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