For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,915 students in 15642, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15642, PA are Sunset Valley Elementary School, Sunrise Elementary School and Hahntown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15642 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15642, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15642, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunset Valley Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11605 Dickens Drive
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3035
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3035
Gr: K-4 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Sunrise Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
171 Sunrise Dr
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 864-6700
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 864-6700
Gr: K-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Hahntown Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
791 Entry Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3020
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3020
Gr: K-4 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Sheridan Terrace Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1219 Morris Avenue
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3025
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3025
Gr: K-4 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Hillcrest Intermediate School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11091 Mockingbird Drive
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3015
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3015
Gr: 5-6 | 755 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Stewartsville Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 Carpenter Ln
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3030
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3030
Gr: K-4 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
West Hempfield Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
469 Wendel Road
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 850-2780
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 850-2780
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
West Hempfield Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
156 Northumberland Road
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 850-2140
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 850-2140
Gr: 6-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
15642, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15020 Ardara Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(412) 823-1433
Irwin, PA 15642
(412) 823-1433
Gr: K-5 | 279 students
10870 Mockingbird Dr
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-1250
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-1250
Gr: 6-8 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
1015 Pennsylvania Ave
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8410
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8410
Gr: K-5 | 341 students Minority enrollment: 2%
780 Brush Hill Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3020
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3020
Gr: K-4 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15642, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15642, PA include Sunset Valley Elementary School, Sunrise Elementary School and Hahntown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15642?
8 public elementary schools are located in 15642.
What is the racial composition of students in 15642?
15642 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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