For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,687 students in 16823, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 16823, PA are Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs and Bellefonte Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 16823 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 16823, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 16823 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16823, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
710 S Eagle Valley Rd
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4868
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4868
Gr: 6-12 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Bellefonte Area High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
830 E Bishop St
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4833
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4833
Gr: 9-12 | 850 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
Central Pa Institute Of Science And Technology
Vocational School
540 North Harrison Road
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 359-2793
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 359-2793
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 16823, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 16823, PA include Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs and Bellefonte Area High School.
How many public high schools are located in 16823?
3 public high schools are located in 16823.
What is the racial composition of students in 16823?
16823 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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