For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,583 students in 16648, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 455 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 16648, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 16648, PA are Frankstown Elementary School, Charles W Longer Elementary School and Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16648 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16648, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16648, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frankstown Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2463 Reservoir Rd
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4961
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4961
Gr: K-6 | 603 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Charles W Longer Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1320 Union St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4431
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4431
Gr: K-6 | 393 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Hewit St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4426
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4426
Gr: 7-9 | 784 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #44.
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1510 North Montgomery Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4416
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4416
Gr: 10-12 | 803 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16648, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16648, PA include Frankstown Elementary School, Charles W Longer Elementary School and Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 16648?
4 public schools are located in 16648.
What percentage of students in 16648 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 16648 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16648?
16648 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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