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There are 253 public elementary schools in the Pittsburgh Area. Check out their Niche profiles to find a school that best suits the needs of you and your child!

2023 Best Public Elementary Schools in the Pittsburgh Area

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#1 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Franklin Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4.7 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says The teachers at Franklin Elementary are amazing! They are always there for the students and help them with anything they need. It is one of the best public schools in Pennsylvania and the United....
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 377,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#2 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Bradford Woods Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Bradford Woods Elementary School had the absolute best community and teachers. I had an amazing experience and would recommend to anyone..
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 488,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#3 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Hoover Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 275,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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Parent: I have one alum and two middle schools sons at Lowell. The younger two started in Kindergarten and the oldest in third after attending our local public elementary school. Although my sons are completely different, Lowell has managed to understand and bring out the best in each of them. My oldest, the quiet introvert at public school, was completely brought out of his shell and is now a confident 10th grader. Lowell taught him self advocacy. My younger two have been encouraged to use their over abundance of self-confidence to boost other children up. Thanks to Lowell, they are empathetic leaders. Lowell has helped me parent my boys to be their best selves -- confident yet kind, thoughtful and public-spirited. All of that PLUS a leading edge curriculum that allows them to easily attend the top public and independent high schools in the city!... Read 13 reviews
Sponsored Result, Lowell School
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
WASHINGTON, DC,
PK, K-8,
13 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says I have one alum and two middle schools sons at Lowell. The younger two started in Kindergarten and the oldest in third after attending our local public elementary school. Although my sons are....
Read 13 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 336,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
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#4 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Marshall Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says I can remember being here as a kid and just being amazed at how well everything is set up. This is really a rating of the the MES considering I moved away in 4th grade but the teachers are nice and....
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 903,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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#5 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Peebles Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 419,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#6 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Fairview Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Fox Chapel Area School District, PA,
K-5,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Excellent school excellent teachers Seven star overall. I’ve been living here for the last seven years both of my kids going to school here they want the best in the state And award-winning..
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 397,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#7 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Markham Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 305,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#8 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Foster Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 252,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#9 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Hosack Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Senior says It is very good, the specials (art, P.E.,music etc.) cover many different topics. The teachers are very good. It also has many after school activities..
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 373,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#10 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Baker Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Upper St. Clair School District, PA,
K-4,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 433,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#11 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
O'Hara Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Fox Chapel Area School District, PA,
K-5,
7 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Works Here says The staff and administration at O'Hara elementary school is second to none. They go above and beyond to support the social, emotional, and academic needs of students. The work they do daily in the....
Read 7 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 671,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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#12 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
South Fayette Township Elementary School
South Fayette Township School District, PA,
K-2,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 723,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
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#13 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Eisenhower Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Upper St. Clair School District, PA,
K-4,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Alum says Eisenhower Elementary school is the biggest and best elementary school in the USC district. It has no problems across the board when looking at aspects such as academic preparation, teachers,....
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 525,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 17 to 1,
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Parent: We recently moved to the district and Jefferson Elementary couldn't have done more to make our family feel welcome. The principal met with our kids before school even started and gave us all a personal tour for over an hour. Their buddy-system for new students gave each of my kids a friend before school even started, so the kids were excited for their first day of school and had someone to show them around and sit with. Their guidance counselors, music teachers (they have THREE types of music!), foreign language teachers, and primary teachers have all been best-in-class. My kids are enjoying learning, being challenged, and making friends. It's a great community!... Read 3 reviews
#14 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Jefferson Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says We recently moved to the district and Jefferson Elementary couldn't have done more to make our family feel welcome. The principal met with our kids before school even started and gave us all a...Their buddy-system for new students gave each of my kids a friend before school even started, so the kids were excited for their first day of school and had someone to show them around and sit with. ....
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 283,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13 to 1,
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Middle School Student: Hartwood is an amazing school. The teachers are so caring and helpful. I love how we are able to play orchestra or band instruments in elementary. I have made many friends at this school. The homework is very easy if you pay attention in class. I love how the fifth graders have a fifth grade graduation and a fifth grade show at the end of the year to celebrate their last year.... Read 3 reviews
#15 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Hartwood Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Fox Chapel Area School District, PA,
K-5,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Middle School Student says Hartwood is an amazing school. The teachers are so caring and helpful. I love how we are able to play orchestra or band instruments in elementary. I have made many friends at this school. The....
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 373,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 12 to 1,
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Parent: Kerr has excellent teachers and diverse students. There are daily "special classes" including Art, Computers, PE, Music, Spanish, and Library. In 2019-2020 Kerr will have a state-of-the-art new building with a Maker Lab and collaborative spaces. They will also have a Spanish-immersion magnet open to kids throughout the district. The Spanish immersion will be 1 classroom per grade level starting in 1st grade. We are very happy with Kerr.... Read 3 reviews
#16 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Kerr Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Fox Chapel Area School District, PA,
K-5,
3 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Kerr has excellent teachers and diverse students. There are daily "special classes" including Art, Computers, PE, Music, Spanish, and Library. In 2019-2020 Kerr will have a state-of-the-art new....
Read 3 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 399,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11 to 1,
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Parent: Washington Elementary is impressive. What my son and I first felt was how kind the students and teachers were here. His teachers made an extra effort to make him feel welcomed. The students befriended him right away and included him in their social networks. My son noticed that kids are well behaved and the teachers rarely get after the students. Kids just do what they are expected to do. Disciple is just not an issue. Academics are challenging but students are met at their level and the environment is enriching, warm, and supportive. He got extra help in his weaker subjects and challenged in stronger subjects. Teachers are very responsive to my concerns or questions and will go out of their way to address any issues. School safety is of top priority. No one gets past the outside doors unless they are positively identified. They are truly safer there then at home! We are glad moved here from a top elementary school in a progressive school district in Houston.... Read 1 review
#17 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Washington Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Washington Elementary is impressive. What my son and I first felt was how kind the students and teachers were here. His teachers made an extra effort to make him feel welcomed. The students....
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 392,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#18 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Lincoln Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
4 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says There are lots of great things going on all year (so far) and the PRA has more planned. It seems like the principal, teachers and PTA all work together as a team for the students..
Read 4 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 413,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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#19 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Howe Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Mt. Lebanon School District, PA,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 350,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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Niche User: We moved in 2014, specifically to Hampton, to make sure our children would have the opportunity to attend HTSD. Poff Elementary has been an amazing experience for our son with a perfectly balanced environment of progressive, research-based, data-driven instruction/curriculum, coupled with a warm, family focused, small community school feel. Our choice to move to Hampton has completely validated, so far, and we are confident in, not just our son's, but all of our children's ability to thrive and succeed at Poff Elementary, as well as the entire HTSD.... Read 1 review
#20 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Poff Elementary School
Hampton Township School District, PA,
K-5,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says We moved in 2014, specifically to Hampton, to make sure our children would have the opportunity to attend HTSD. Poff Elementary has been an amazing experience for our son with a perfectly balanced....
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 306,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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#21 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
McKnight Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says My kid goes to 1st grade in McKnight. The academic is excellent. The teachers are very responsible. The home room teacher sends emails to parents weekly to update the content and student activities,....
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 772,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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#22 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Streams Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
Upper St. Clair School District, PA,
K-4,
5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.8 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says There are many events at the school that create opportunities to meet other families in the community..
Read 5 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 467,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16 to 1,
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#23 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Ingomar Elementary School
Blue checkmark.
North Allegheny School District, PA,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 444,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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#24 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
Wyland Elementary School
Hampton Township School District, PA,
K-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 353,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 14 to 1,
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#25 Best Public Elementary Schools in Pittsburgh Area.
South Fayette Intermediate School
South Fayette Township School District, PA,
3-5,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Students: 794,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 15 to 1,
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Junior: GWUOHS is a fantastic school! The teachers are supportive and always willing to help out students. Teachers provide all the materials and help needed for students that want it, but at the same time, they give independence to the student. From personal experience, I have always had attentive and very friendly teachers. The class connects allow for interactive learning and collaboration for classes and clubs. Clubs at GWUOHS are also a lot of fun and are primarily run by students. Students can start their own clubs with a teacher sponsor and structure them how they would like. In creating a club or being a leader in a club, teachers offer as much assistance as students want and are always there for advice and connecting students. GWUOHS also has opportunities to showcase leadership and skills to colleges through honor societies, student government, competitive scholarships, and more. I truly am lucky to attend GWUOHS and would not want to have my high school experience anywhere else!... Read 47 reviews
Sponsored Result, George Washington University Online High School
Blue checkmark.
Online School,
ASHBURN, VA,
8-12,
47 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Junior says GWUOHS is a fantastic school! The teachers are supportive and always willing to help out students. Teachers provide all the materials and help needed for students that want it, but at the same time,....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 415,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 23 to 1,
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Parent: Oakcrest has been a wonderful place for my daughter to learn and grow. Since she arrived in 8th grade, she has grown and blossomed into a more Godly, confident and well-learned young lady. Oakcrest is a rarity in this area: an academically rigorous school that also puts a premium on Godly character development. Plus, Oakcrest truly looks to partner with parents in the education of their daughters, and has many events planned to grow and strengthen parents and families throughout the year - a win/win for all of us! The teachers and support staff are amazing, as is the new campus. Everyone connected with this school from top to bottom is amazing! If you are seeking a challenging academic environment for your daughter, where she can make life-long friends, grow in her faith, and have her character formed for THE BETTER - Oakcrest is your place. Our family is forever blessed because of this school!... Read 129 reviews
Sponsored Result, Oakcrest School
Blue checkmark.
Private School,
VIENNA, VA,
6-12,
129 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Parent says Oakcrest has been a wonderful place for my daughter to learn and grow. Since she arrived in 8th grade, she has grown and blossomed into a more Godly, confident and well-learned young lady. Oakcrest....
Read 129 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Students: 297,
Student-Teacher Ratio: 6 to 1,
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2023 Best Public Elementary Schools in the Pittsburgh Area

Franklin Elementary School

Franklin Elementary School

Bradford Woods Elementary School

Bradford Woods Elementary School

Hoover Elementary School

Hoover Elementary School

Lowell School

Sponsored Result, Lowell School

Marshall Elementary School

Marshall Elementary School

Peebles Elementary School

Peebles Elementary School

Fairview Elementary School

Fairview Elementary School

Markham Elementary School

Markham Elementary School

Foster Elementary School

Foster Elementary School

Hosack Elementary School

Hosack Elementary School

Baker Elementary School

Baker Elementary School

O'Hara Elementary School

O'Hara Elementary School

South Fayette Township Elementary School

South Fayette Township Elementary School

Eisenhower Elementary School

Eisenhower Elementary School

Jefferson Elementary School

Jefferson Elementary School

Hartwood Elementary School

Hartwood Elementary School

Kerr Elementary School

Kerr Elementary School

Washington Elementary School

Washington Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School

Lincoln Elementary School

Howe Elementary School

Howe Elementary School

Poff Elementary School

Poff Elementary School

McKnight Elementary School

McKnight Elementary School

Streams Elementary School

Streams Elementary School

Ingomar Elementary School

Ingomar Elementary School

Wyland Elementary School

Wyland Elementary School

South Fayette Intermediate School

South Fayette Intermediate School

George Washington University Online High School

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Oakcrest School

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