For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,015 students in 16056, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16056, PA are Knoch Primary School, Knoch Intermediate Elementary School and Knoch High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16056 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16056, PA 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 16056, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knoch Primary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
328 Knoch Road
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: K-3 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 Knoch Road
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: 4-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Knoch High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
345 Knoch Rd
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 704 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
Knoch Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
754 Dinnerbell Rd
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16056, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16056, PA include Knoch Primary School, Knoch Intermediate Elementary School and Knoch High School.
How many public schools are located in 16056?
4 public schools are located in 16056.
What is the racial composition of students in 16056?
16056 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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