For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,740 students in 15228, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15228, PA are Markham Elementary School, Howe Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15228 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15228, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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 15228, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Markham Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
165 Crescent Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2152
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2152
Gr: K-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Howe Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 Broadmoor Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2157
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2157
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
735 Washington Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2142
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2142
Gr: K-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Mellon Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11 Castle Shannon Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2122
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 344-2122
Gr: 6-8 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15228, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15228, PA include Markham Elementary School, Howe Elementary School and Washington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15228?
4 public elementary schools are located in 15228.
What is the racial composition of students in 15228?
15228 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).