For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 783 students in 15853, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 123 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 15853, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15853, PA are Ridgway Area High School, Ridgway Area Middle School and Francis S Grandinetti Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15853 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15853, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15853, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ridgway Area High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1403 Hill St
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 773-3164
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 773-3164
Grades: 9-12
| 215 students
Rank: #22.
Ridgway Area Middle School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1403 Hill St
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 773-3164
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 773-3164
Grades: 6-8
| 201 students
Rank: #33.
Francis S Grandinetti Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
62 School Dr
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 776-2176
Ridgway, PA 15853
(814) 776-2176
Grades: K-5
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15853, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15853, PA include Ridgway Area High School, Ridgway Area Middle School and Francis S Grandinetti Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15853?
3 public schools are located in 15853.
What percentage of students in 15853 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 15853 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15853?
15853 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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