For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 730 students in 16323, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 16323, PA are Valley Grove Elementary School and Sandycreek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 16323 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16323, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16323, PA Public Preschools (2026-27)
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%
16323, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
246 Pone Lane
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2224
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-2224
Gr: 7-8 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
317 Wiley Ave
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-3861
Gr: K-4 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
310 7th St
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-5562
Franklin, PA 16323
(814) 432-5562
Gr: K-6 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 16323, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16323, PA include Valley Grove Elementary School and Sandycreek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16323?
2 public preschools are located in 16323.
What is the racial composition of students in 16323?
16323 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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