For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,585 students in Elizabeth, PA.
The top ranked public schools in Elizabeth, PA are Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School, Central Elementary School and Elizabeth Forward Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elizabeth, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Elizabeth have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Elizabeth, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1000 Weigles Hill Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2349
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2349
Grades: 9-12
| 744 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
401 Rock Run Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2318
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2318
Grades: K-5
| 300 students
Rank: #33.
Elizabeth Forward Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
401 Rock Run Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2335
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2335
Grades: 6-8
| 541 students
Elizabeth, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
207 Third Street
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2321
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2321
Grades: K-5
| 117 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Elizabeth, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Elizabeth, PA include Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School, Central Elementary School and Elizabeth Forward Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Elizabeth?
3 public schools are located in Elizabeth.
What is the racial composition of students in Elizabeth?
Elizabeth public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Elizabeth are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elizabeth include: Elizabeth Forward Middle School vs. Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School, Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School vs. Elizabeth Forward Middle School
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