For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 638 students in 15423, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 15423, PA is California Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15423 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15423, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15423, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
California Area Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
40 Trojan Way
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 785-5800
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 785-5800
Gr: K-6 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
California Academy Of Learning Charter School
Charter School
40b Trojan Way
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 330-4932
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 330-4932
Gr: K-10 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
15423, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
40 Trojan Way
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 785-5800
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 785-5800
Gr: 5-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15423, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15423, PA include California Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15423?
2 public elementary schools are located in 15423.
What is the racial composition of students in 15423?
15423 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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