For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,398 students in Monongahela, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 139 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Monongahela, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Monongahela, PA are William Penn Elementary School, Ringgold Sr. High School and Ringgold El School South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monongahela, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Monongahela have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Monongahela, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
William Penn Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
392 William Penn Road
Monongahela, PA 15063
(412) 896-2330
Monongahela, PA 15063
(412) 896-2330
Gr: K-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Ringgold Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Ram Drive
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2200
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2200
Gr: 9-12 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Ringgold El School South
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 Alexander Avenue
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Gr: K-4 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Ringgold Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2 Ram Dr
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 348-7154
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 348-7154
Gr: 5-8 | 738 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Monongahela, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
120 Alexander Ave
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Gr: 6-8 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
1200 Chess St
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2911
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2911
Gr: K-5 | 590 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monongahela, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Monongahela, PA include William Penn Elementary School, Ringgold Sr. High School and Ringgold El School South.
How many public schools are located in Monongahela?
4 public schools are located in Monongahela.
What percentage of students in Monongahela go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Monongahela are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monongahela?
Monongahela public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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