For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,134 students in 15222, PA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 15222, PA are Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 and Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 15222 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15222, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15222, PA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittsburgh Capa 6-12
(Math: 52% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
111 9th St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 529-6100
Gr: 6-12 | 826 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
914 Penn Avenue, Floor 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Gr: 6-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
15222, Pennsylvania 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 15222, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 15222, PA include Pittsburgh Capa 6-12 and Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School.
How many public middle schools are located in 15222?
2 public middle schools are located in 15222.
What is the racial composition of students in 15222?
15222 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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