For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,082 students in 15042, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 15042, PA are Economy Elementary School, Freedom Area Sr. High School and Freedom Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15042 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15042, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15042, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Economy Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 First Street
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Grades: PK-5
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Freedom Area Sr. High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1190 Bulldog Dr
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7400
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7400
Grades: 9-12
| 357 students
Rank: #33.
Freedom Area Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 School St.
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-1122
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-1122
Grades: K-4
| 436 students
Rank: #44.
Freedom Area Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1702 School Street
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7641
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7641
Grades: 5-8
| 356 students
Rank: #55.
Ambridge Area Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
401 First Street
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Grades: 6-8
| 475 students
15042, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
205 Fezell Rd
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7881
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7881
Grades: K-4
| 321 students
1701 Eigth Avenue
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7544
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7544
Grades: 5-6
| 228 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15042, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15042, PA include Economy Elementary School, Freedom Area Sr. High School and Freedom Area Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15042?
5 public schools are located in 15042.
What is the racial composition of students in 15042?
15042 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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