For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 457 students in 15417, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 15417, PA is Brownsville Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 15417 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15417, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15417 have a Graduation Rate of 72%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Brownsville Area High School, with 70-74% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15417, PA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brownsville Area High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
One Falcon Drive
Brownsville, PA 15417
(724) 785-8200
Brownsville, PA 15417
(724) 785-8200
Gr: 9-12 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
15417, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
112 Thornton Rd
Brownsville, PA 15417
(724) 785-9600
Brownsville, PA 15417
(724) 785-9600
Gr: K-2 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 15417, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 15417, PA include Brownsville Area High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15417?
1 public high schools are located in 15417.
What is the racial composition of students in 15417?
15417 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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