For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,165 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 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15222, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
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 | 840 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Urban Pathways 6-12 Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
914 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 392-4601
Gr: 6-12 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
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 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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