For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 834 students in 16858, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16858, PA are West Branch Area High School, West Branch Area Elementary School and West Branch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16858 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16858, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16858, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Branch Area High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
444 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
Gr: 9-12 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
West Branch Area Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
356 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
Gr: K-5 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
West Branch Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
444 Allport Cutoff
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
Morrisdale, PA 16858
(814) 345-5615
Gr: 6-8 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16858, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16858, PA include West Branch Area High School, West Branch Area Elementary School and West Branch Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16858?
3 public schools are located in 16858.
What is the racial composition of students in 16858?
16858 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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