For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 214 students in 16255, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 39 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 16255, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 16255, PA is Sligo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 16255 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16255, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16255, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sligo Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2013 Madison Street Extension
Sligo, PA 16255
(814) 745-2152
Sligo, PA 16255
(814) 745-2152
Gr: K-5 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
16255, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2013 Madison Street Extension
Sligo, PA 16255
(814) 745-2152
Sligo, PA 16255
(814) 745-2152
Gr: K-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16255, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16255, PA include Sligo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16255?
1 public schools are located in 16255.
What percentage of students in 16255 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 16255 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16255?
16255 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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