Best 15729 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 760 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 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15729, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15729, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Purchase Line Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
16957 Route 286 Hwy E
Commodore, PA 15729
(724) 254-4312
Gr: PK-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Purchase Line Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
16559 Route 286 Hwy E
Commodore, PA 15729
(724) 254-4312
Gr: 7-12 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

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?
2 public schools are located in 15729.
What is the racial composition of students in 15729?
15729 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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