For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 128 students in 16239, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 65 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 16239, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 16239, PA are East Forest Elementary School and East Forest Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16239 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16239, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16239, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Forest Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
120 W Birch St
Marienville, PA 16239
(814) 927-6688
Marienville, PA 16239
(814) 927-6688
Gr: PK-6 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
East Forest Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 W Birch St
Marienville, PA 16239
(814) 927-6688
Marienville, PA 16239
(814) 927-6688
Gr: 7-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16239, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16239, PA include East Forest Elementary School and East Forest Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16239?
2 public schools are located in 16239.
What percentage of students in 16239 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 16239 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16239?
16239 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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