For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,442 students in 15238, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15238, PA are Fairview Elementary School, Ohara Elementary School and Hartwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15238 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15238, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15238, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
738 Dorseyville Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-9315
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-9315
Grades: K-5
| 371 students
Rank: #22.
Ohara Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
115 Cabin Lane
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-0333
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 963-0333
Grades: K-5
| 719 students
Rank: #33.
Hartwood Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3730 Saxonburg Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5396
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5396
Grades: K-5
| 392 students
Rank: #44.
Dorseyville Middle School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3732 Saxonburg Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5343
Pittsburgh, PA 15238
(412) 767-5343
Grades: 6-8
| 960 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15238, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15238, PA include Fairview Elementary School, Ohara Elementary School and Hartwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15238?
4 public elementary schools are located in 15238.
What is the racial composition of students in 15238?
15238 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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