For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,930 students in 16801, PA (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,128 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 16801, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 16801, PA are Corl Street Elementary School, State College Area High School and Spring Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16801 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16801, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16801, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Corl Street Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
235 Corl St
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-1185
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-1185
Gr: K-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
State College Area High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
650 Westerly Pkwy
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-1111
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-1111
Gr: 8-12 | 2,402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Spring Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
217 Scholl St
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-5026
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-5026
Gr: K-5 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Mount Nittany Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
700 Brandywine Drive
State College, PA 16801
(814) 272-5970
State College, PA 16801
(814) 272-5970
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #55.
Mount Nittany Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
656 Brandywine Dr
State College, PA 16801
(814) 466-5133
State College, PA 16801
(814) 466-5133
Gr: 6-8 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Easterly Parkway Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
234 Easterly Pkwy
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-1170
State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-1170
Gr: K-5 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #77.
Centre Learning Community Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2643 W College Ave
State College, PA 16801
(814) 861-7980
State College, PA 16801
(814) 861-7980
Gr: 5-8 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
Young Scholars Of Central Pa Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1530 Westerly Parkway
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-9727
State College, PA 16801
(814) 237-9727
Gr: K-8 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #99.
Nittany Valley Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1612 Norma St
State College, PA 16801
(814) 867-3842
State College, PA 16801
(814) 867-3842
Gr: K-6 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16801, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16801, PA include Corl Street Elementary School, State College Area High School and Spring Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16801?
9 public schools are located in 16801.
What percentage of students in 16801 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 16801 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16801?
16801 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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