For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 566 students in Rockwood, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Rockwood, PA are Rockwood Area Jr. Sr. High School and Rockwood Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockwood, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Rockwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Rockwood, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rockwood Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
437 Somerset Ave
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4631
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4631
Gr: 7-12 | 271 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Rockwood Area Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
435 Somerset Ave
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4677
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4677
Gr: K-6 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Rockwood, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Rockwood, PA include Rockwood Area Jr. Sr. High School and Rockwood Area Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rockwood?
2 public schools are located in Rockwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Rockwood?
Rockwood public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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