For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,988 students in 15501, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 210 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 15501, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15501, PA are Somerset Area Jr-sr High School, Eagle View Elementary School and Somerset County Technology Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15501 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15501, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15501, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerset Area Jr-sr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2381
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2381
Gr: 6-12 | 1,054 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Eagle View Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
191 Discovery Ln
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 444-8455
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 444-8455
Gr: 3-5 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Somerset County Technology Center
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
281 Technology Drive
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-3651
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-3651
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
105 New Centerville Rd
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 445-6677
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 445-6677
Gr: PK-2 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
15501, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Gr: 9-12 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Gr: 6-8 | 572 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15501, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15501, PA include Somerset Area Jr-sr High School, Eagle View Elementary School and Somerset County Technology Center.
How many public schools are located in 15501?
4 public schools are located in 15501.
What percentage of students in 15501 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 15501 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15501?
15501 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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