Best 15479 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 229 students in 15479, PA.
The top ranked public school in 15479, PA is Smithfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 15479 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15479, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15479, PA Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
23 Liberty St
Smithton, PA 15479
(724) 569-9570
Grades: K-5
| 229 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 15479, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15479, PA include Smithfield Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15479?
1 public schools are located in 15479.
What is the racial composition of students in 15479?
15479 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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