For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,143 students in 15717, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 15717, PA are River Valley High School, Blairsville Elementary School and River Valley MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15717 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15717, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15717, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
River Valley High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 School Lane
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8882
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8882
Grades: 9-12
| 415 students
Rank: #22.
Blairsville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
106 School Lane
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8883
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8883
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Rank: #33.
River Valley MiddleSchool
(Math: 27% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
104 School Lane
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8880
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8880
Grades: 6-8
| 307 students
15717, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
104 School Lane
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8880
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8880
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students
100 School Lane
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8882
Blairsville, PA 15717
(724) 459-8882
Grades: 9-12
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15717, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15717, PA include River Valley High School, Blairsville Elementary School and River Valley MiddleSchool.
How many public schools are located in 15717, PA?
3 public schools are located in 15717, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 15717, PA?
15717, PA public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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