For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 664 students in 16121, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 20 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 16121, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 16121, PA are Farrell Area Es/lms and Farrell Area High School/ums. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16121 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16121, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16121, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Farrell Area Es/lms
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Roemer Blvd
Farrell, PA 16121
(724) 346-6585
Farrell, PA 16121
(724) 346-6585
Grades: PK-6
| 384 students
Rank: #22.
Farrell Area High School/ums
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 Roemer Blvd
Farrell, PA 16121
(724) 346-6585
Farrell, PA 16121
(724) 346-6585
Grades: 7-12
| 280 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16121, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16121, PA include Farrell Area Es/lms and Farrell Area High School/ums.
How many public schools are located in 16121, PA?
2 public schools are located in 16121, PA.
What percentage of students in 16121, PA go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 16121, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16121, PA?
16121, PA public schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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