For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,014 students in 16323, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16323, PA are Valley Grove Elementary School, Sandycreek Elementary School and Franklin Area Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16323 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16323, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16323, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley Grove Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
389 Sugarcreek Dr
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Gr: PK-6 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Sandycreek Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
297 Pone Lane
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3819
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3819
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Franklin Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
246 Pone Lane
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2121
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2121
Gr: 6-12 | 942 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1276 Otter St
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-8419
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-8419
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16323, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16323, PA include Valley Grove Elementary School, Sandycreek Elementary School and Franklin Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16323?
4 public elementary schools are located in 16323.
What is the racial composition of students in 16323?
16323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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