Best 15050 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 858 students in 15050, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 15050, PA are South Side High School, South Side Elementary School and South Side Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15050 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15050, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15050, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Side High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4949 State Route 151
Hookstown, PA 15050
(724) 573-9581
Gr: 9-12 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4949 State Route 151
Hookstown, PA 15050
(724) 573-9581
Gr: PK-5 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
South Side Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4949 State Route 151
Hookstown, PA 15050
(724) 573-9581
Gr: 6-8 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 15050, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15050, PA include South Side High School, South Side Elementary School and South Side Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15050?
3 public schools are located in 15050.
What is the racial composition of students in 15050?
15050 public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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