For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,022 students in 16421, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 56 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 16421, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 16421, PA are Harbor Creek Senior High School and Harbor Creek Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16421 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16421, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16421, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harbor Creek Senior High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6375 Buffalo Rd
Harborcreek, PA 16421
(814) 897-2100
Harborcreek, PA 16421
(814) 897-2100
Gr: 9-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Harbor Creek Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6375 Buffalo Rd
Harborcreek, PA 16421
(814) 897-2100
Harborcreek, PA 16421
(814) 897-2100
Gr: 7-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16421, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16421, PA include Harbor Creek Senior High School and Harbor Creek Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 16421?
2 public schools are located in 16421.
What percentage of students in 16421 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 16421 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16421?
16421 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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