For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 691 students in 16226, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 16226, PA is Lenape Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 16226 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16226, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16226, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lenape Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2300 Center Ave
Ford City, PA 16226
(724) 763-5299
Ford City, PA 16226
(724) 763-5299
Gr: K-6 | 691 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
16226, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4th Ave And 11th St
Ford City, PA 16226
(724) 763-5289
Ford City, PA 16226
(724) 763-5289
Gr: 7-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16226, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16226, PA include Lenape Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16226?
1 public elementary schools are located in 16226.
What is the racial composition of students in 16226?
16226 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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