Best Elizabeth Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 830 students in Elizabeth, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elizabeth, PA are 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Elizabeth have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Elementary Schools in Elizabeth, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
401 Rock Run Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2318
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Elizabeth Forward Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
401 Rock Run Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2335
Gr: 6-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Elizabeth, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Elizabeth, PA include Central Elementary School and Elizabeth Forward Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Elizabeth?
2 public elementary schools are located in Elizabeth.
What is the racial composition of students in Elizabeth?
Elizabeth public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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