For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 205 students in 16828, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 64 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 16828, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 16828, PA is Centre Hall-potter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 16828 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16828, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16828, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centre Hall-potter Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
211 North Hoffer Street
Centre Hall, PA 16828
(814) 422-2000
Centre Hall, PA 16828
(814) 422-2000
Gr: PK-4 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16828, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16828, PA include Centre Hall-potter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16828?
1 public schools are located in 16828.
What percentage of students in 16828 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 16828 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16828?
16828 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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