For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,303 students in 16056, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16056, PA are South Butler Primary School, South Butler Intermediate Elementary School and Knoch MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16056 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16056, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16056, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Butler Primary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
328 Knoch Road
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Grades: K-3
| 523 students
Rank: #22.
South Butler Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
340 Knoch Road
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Grades: 4-5
| 277 students
Rank: #33.
Knoch MiddleSchool
(Math: 28% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
754 Dinnerbell Rd
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Grades: 6-8
| 503 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16056, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16056, PA include South Butler Primary School, South Butler Intermediate Elementary School and Knoch MiddleSchool.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16056, PA?
3 public elementary schools are located in 16056, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 16056, PA?
16056, PA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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