For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 409 students in 16347, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16347, PA are Sheffield Area Elementary School and Sheffield Area Middle School High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16347 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16347, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16347, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheffield Area Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6760 Route 6
Sheffield, PA 16347
(814) 968-3720
Sheffield, PA 16347
(814) 968-3720
Gr: K-5 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Sheffield Area Middle School High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6760 Route 6
Sheffield, PA 16347
(814) 968-3720
Sheffield, PA 16347
(814) 968-3720
Gr: 6-12 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
16347, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Pickering St
Sheffield, PA 16347
(814) 968-3778
Sheffield, PA 16347
(814) 968-3778
Gr: 3-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16347, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16347, PA include Sheffield Area Elementary School and Sheffield Area Middle School High School.
How many public schools are located in 16347?
2 public schools are located in 16347.
What is the racial composition of students in 16347?
16347 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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