For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 821 students in 15729, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 15729, PA are Purchase Line Elementary School and Purchase Line 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 15729 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15729, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15729, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Purchase Line Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16957 Route 286 Hwy E
Commodore, PA 15729
(724) 254-4312
Commodore, PA 15729
(724) 254-4312
Grades: PK-6
| 404 students
Rank: #22.
Purchase Line Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16559 Route 286 Hwy E
Commodore, PA 15729
(724) 254-4312
Commodore, PA 15729
(724) 254-4312
Grades: 7-12
| 417 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15729, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15729, PA include Purchase Line Elementary School and Purchase Line Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15729, PA?
2 public schools are located in 15729, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 15729, PA?
15729, PA public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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