For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 712 students in Boswell, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Boswell, PA are North Star Central Elementary School and North Star High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Boswell, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Boswell have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Boswell, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Star Central Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1215 Morris Ave
Boswell, PA 15531
(814) 629-5627
Boswell, PA 15531
(814) 629-5627
Gr: PK-4 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
North Star High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 Ohio St
Boswell, PA 15531
(814) 629-6651
Boswell, PA 15531
(814) 629-6651
Gr: 9-12 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Boswell, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Boswell, PA include North Star Central Elementary School and North Star High School.
How many public schools are located in Boswell?
2 public schools are located in Boswell.
What is the racial composition of students in Boswell?
Boswell public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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