For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 980 students in 15683, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 121 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 15683, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 15683, PA are Southmoreland Elementary School and Southmoreland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15683 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15683, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15683, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southmoreland Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Scottie Way
Scottdale, PA 15683
(724) 887-2021
Scottdale, PA 15683
(724) 887-2021
Gr: 2-5 | 560 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Southmoreland Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
200 Scottie Way
Scottdale, PA 15683
(724) 887-2029
Scottdale, PA 15683
(724) 887-2029
Gr: 6-8 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15683, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15683, PA include Southmoreland Elementary School and Southmoreland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15683?
2 public schools are located in 15683.
What percentage of students in 15683 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 15683 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15683?
15683 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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