For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,240 students in Natrona Heights, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 354 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Natrona Heights, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Natrona Heights, PA are Highlands Sr. High School and Highlands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Natrona Heights, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Natrona Heights have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% 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 Natrona Heights, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highlands Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pacific Ave
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-1000
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Highlands Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Broadview Boulevard
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-0600
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-0600
Gr: 5-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5591 Ridge Rd
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 224-4844
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 224-4844
Gr: PK-2 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
1415 Freeport Rd
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 224-0774
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 224-0774
Gr: PK-K | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
1415 Freeport Rd
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 224-0774
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 224-0774
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Natrona Heights, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Natrona Heights, PA include Highlands Sr. High School and Highlands Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Natrona Heights?
2 public schools are located in Natrona Heights.
What percentage of students in Natrona Heights go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Natrona Heights are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Natrona Heights?
Natrona Heights public schools minority enrollment is 25% 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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