For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 822 students in 16803, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 16803, PA is Park Forest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 16803 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16803, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16803, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
16803, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Wonderland Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2112 Sandy Drive
State College, PA 16803
(814) 234-5886
State College, PA 16803
(814) 234-5886
Gr: K-5 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 16803, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16803, PA include Park Forest Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 16803?
1 public middle schools are located in 16803.
What is the racial composition of students in 16803?
16803 public middle schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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