Best 15955 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,754 students in 15955, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 15955, PA are Forest Hills Elementary School and Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15955 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15955, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15955, PA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
547 Locust Street
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Gr: PK-6 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
535 Locust Street
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Gr: 7-12 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 15955 Pennsylvania

15955, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
489 Locust St
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Gr: 10-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
1427 Frankstown Rd
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 495-4611
Gr: 7-9 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 15955, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15955, PA include Forest Hills Elementary School and Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15955?
2 public schools are located in 15955.
What is the racial composition of students in 15955?
15955 public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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