For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 698 students in 16403, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 16403, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 16403, PA are Cambridge Springs Elementary School and Cambridge Springs Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16403 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16403, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16403, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cambridge Springs Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
130 Steele St
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
(814) 398-4636
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
(814) 398-4636
Gr: K-6 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Cambridge Springs Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
641 Venango Avenue
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
(814) 398-4631
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
(814) 398-4631
Gr: 7-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16403, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16403, PA include Cambridge Springs Elementary School and Cambridge Springs Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16403?
2 public schools are located in 16403.
What percentage of students in 16403 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 16403 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16403?
16403 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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