For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 401 students in 15946, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 15946, PA is Portage Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 15946 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15946, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15946, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Portage Area Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
84 Mountain Ave
Portage, PA 15946
(814) 736-9636
Portage, PA 15946
(814) 736-9636
Gr: PK-6 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
15946, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
84 Mountain Avenue
Portage, PA 15946
(814) 736-9636
Portage, PA 15946
(814) 736-9636
Gr: 4-7 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15946, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15946, PA include Portage Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15946?
1 public elementary schools are located in 15946.
What is the racial composition of students in 15946?
15946 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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