For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 809 students in 15686, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15686, PA are Apollo-ridge Elementary School and Apollo-ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15686 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15686, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15686, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Apollo-ridge Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1831 State Route 56
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Apollo-ridge Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1829 State Route 56
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
15686, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 147
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-1129
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-1129
Gr: K | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15686, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15686, PA include Apollo-ridge Elementary School and Apollo-ridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15686?
2 public elementary schools are located in 15686.
What is the racial composition of students in 15686?
15686 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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