For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,025 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 55% 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16421, PA Public Schools (2025)
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 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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