For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,413 students in Kittanning, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 145 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Kittanning, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Kittanning, PA are West Hills Primary School, Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School and West Hills Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kittanning, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Kittanning have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Kittanning, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Hills Primary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
181 Heritage Park Drive
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7651
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7651
Grades: K-3
| 537 students
Rank: #22.
Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Buffington Dr
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7600
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7600
Grades: 7-12
| 1,440 students
Rank: #33.
West Hills Intermediate School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
175 Heritage Park Drive
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1121
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1121
Grades: 4-6
| 436 students
Kittanning, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
705 Butler Rd
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 545-3212
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 545-3212
Grades: 1
| 170 students
210 N Mckean St
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1295
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1295
Grades: 7-8
| 356 students
1200 Orr Ave
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1591
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1591
Grades: 9-12
| 615 students
598 Silvis Hollow Rd
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7696
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7696
Grades: K-6
| 160 students
Rr 4 Box 316
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 545-1723
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 545-1723
Grades: K-5
| 251 students
838 Butler Rd
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7651
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7651
Grades: 2-5
| 598 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kittanning, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Kittanning, PA include West Hills Primary School, Armstrong Jr. Sr. High School and West Hills Intermediate School.
How many public schools are located in Kittanning?
3 public schools are located in Kittanning.
What percentage of students in Kittanning go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Kittanning are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Kittanning?
Kittanning public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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