For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 785 students in 16214, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 141 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 16214, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 16214, PA are Clarion Area Elementary School and Clarion Area 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 16214 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16214, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16214, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarion Area Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
800 Boundary St
Clarion, PA 16214
(814) 226-8118
Clarion, PA 16214
(814) 226-8118
Grades: K-5
| 366 students
Rank: #22.
Clarion Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
219 Liberty St
Clarion, PA 16214
(814) 226-8112
Clarion, PA 16214
(814) 226-8112
Grades: 6-12
| 419 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16214, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16214, PA include Clarion Area Elementary School and Clarion Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16214?
2 public schools are located in 16214.
What percentage of students in 16214 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 16214 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16214?
16214 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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