For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 259 students in 16002, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 580 private students). 31% of all K-12 students in 16002, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 16002, PA is Summit Township Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 16002 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16002, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% 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 16002, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Township Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
351 Brinker Road
Butler, PA 16002
(724) 287-8721
Butler, PA 16002
(724) 287-8721
Gr: K-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16002, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16002, PA include Summit Township Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16002?
1 public schools are located in 16002.
What percentage of students in 16002 go to public school?
31% of all K-12 students in 16002 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16002?
16002 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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