For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,412 students in 15012, PA (there are , serving 240 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 15012, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15012, PA are Rostraver Elementary School, Belle Vernon Area High School and Belle Vernon Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15012 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15012, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15012, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rostraver Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 Crest Ave
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Gr: K-6 | 654 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Belle Vernon Area High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
425 Crest Ave
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Belle Vernon Area Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Perry Ave
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Gr: 7-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Perry Ave
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Gr: K-6 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
15012, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 Perry Ave
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
250 Crest Ave
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
(724) 808-2500
Gr: 6-8 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15012, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15012, PA include Rostraver Elementary School, Belle Vernon Area High School and Belle Vernon Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15012?
4 public schools are located in 15012.
What percentage of students in 15012 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 15012 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15012?
15012 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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