For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 698 students in 15236, PA (there are , serving 5,673 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 15236, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private schools in 15236, PA include Mother of Mercy Academy and Mother Of Mercy Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 97%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
67% of private schools in 15236, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 15236 Pennsylvania ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Grove Pl
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 882-3353
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 882-3353
Gr: PK-8 | 308 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
5200 Greenridge Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 882-3353
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 882-3353
Gr: PK-8 | 288 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 9 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Wesley Spectrum High School
Special Education School
5250 Caste Dr
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7017
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 885-7017
Gr: 9-12 | 102 students Avg. class size: 15 students
15236, Pennsylvania ²ÝÁñÉçÇø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Nativity Elementary School (Closed 2004)
(Catholic)
5811 Curry Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 653-1500
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
(412) 653-1500
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 15236, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 15236, PA include Mother of Mercy Academy and Mother Of Mercy Academy.
How many private schools are located in 15236?
3 private schools are located in 15236.
What percentage of students in 15236 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 15236 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 15236?
67% of private schools in 15236 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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