For the 2024 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 7,140 students in 15317, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 226 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 15317, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15317, PA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Peters Twp High School and Mcmurray Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15317 have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15317, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15317, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
250 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6260
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6260
Grades: K-3
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Peters Twp High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
121 Rolling Hills Dr.
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6250
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6250
Grades: 9-12
| 1,295 students
Rank: #33.
Mcmurray Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
626 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-5020
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-5020
Grades: 4-5
| 581 students
Rank: #44.
Peters Twp MiddleSchool
(Math: 65% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
264 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Grades: 6-8
| 905 students
Rank: #55.
Hills-hendersonville Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 Mayview Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-8390
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-8390
Grades: K-4
| 256 students
Rank: #66.
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
314 Elm St Extension
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-1400
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,624 students
Rank: #77.
Borland Manor Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 Giffin Dr
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-2700
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-2700
Grades: K-4
| 266 students
Rank: #88.
South Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 S Central Ave
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-4475
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-4475
Grades: K-4
| 437 students
Rank: #99.
North Strabane Intrmd School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20 Giffin Drive
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 873-5252
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 873-5252
Grades: 5-6
| 409 students
Rank: #1010.
Canonsburg MiddleSchool
(Math: 43% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
25 E College St
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-9030
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-9030
Grades: 7-8
| 881 students
Rank: n/an/a
Western Area Ctc
Vocational School
688 Western Ave
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 746-2890
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 746-2890
Grades: 9-12
| 7 students
15317, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
803 1st St
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Grades: K-4
| 289 students
625 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Grades: 7-8
| 613 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15317, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15317, PA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Peters Twp High School and Mcmurray Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15317, PA?
11 public schools are located in 15317, PA.
What percentage of students in 15317, PA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 15317, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15317, PA?
15317, PA public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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