For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 646 students in 16117, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 16117, PA is Riverside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 16117 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16117, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16117, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
302 Country Club Drive
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: PK-5 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
16117, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crescent Ave And 4th St
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-3241
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-3241
Gr: K-6 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Orchard And North Streets
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1381
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1381
Gr: K-6 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Portersville Rd
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-9458
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-9458
Gr: K-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
302 Country Club Dr
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: 4-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
302 Country Club Dr
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: K-3 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Aetna Dr And Sunset
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-5609
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-5609
Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16117, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16117, PA include Riverside Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16117?
1 public preschools are located in 16117.
What is the racial composition of students in 16117?
16117 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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