For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,665 students in 16803, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16803, PA are Radio Park Elementary School, Park Forest Elementary School and Park Forest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16803 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16803, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16803, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Radio Park Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
800 W Cherry Ln
State College, PA 16803
(814) 231-4115
State College, PA 16803
(814) 231-4115
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Park Forest Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2181 School Dr
State College, PA 16803
(814) 231-5010
State College, PA 16803
(814) 231-5010
Gr: K-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Park Forest Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2180 School Dr
State College, PA 16803
(814) 272-8217
State College, PA 16803
(814) 272-8217
Gr: 6-8 | 822 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16803, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16803, PA include Radio Park Elementary School, Park Forest Elementary School and Park Forest Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16803?
3 public elementary schools are located in 16803.
What is the racial composition of students in 16803?
16803 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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