Best 16421 Pennsylvania Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 330 students in 16421, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 16421, PA is Harbor Creek Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 16421 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16421, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 16421, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harbor Creek Junior High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6375 Buffalo Rd
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 middle schools in 16421, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16421, PA include Harbor Creek Junior High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 16421?
1 public middle schools are located in 16421.
What is the racial composition of students in 16421?
16421 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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