For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 949 students in 16438, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16438, PA are Union City High School, Union City Middle School and Union City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16438 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16438, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16438, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union City High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
105 Concord Street
Union City, PA 16438
(814) 438-7673
Union City, PA 16438
(814) 438-7673
Gr: 9-12 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Union City Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
105 Concord Street
Union City, PA 16438
(814) 438-7673
Union City, PA 16438
(814) 438-7673
Gr: 6-8 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Union City Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
91 Miles Street
Union City, PA 16438
(814) 438-7611
Union City, PA 16438
(814) 438-7611
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16438, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16438, PA include Union City High School, Union City Middle School and Union City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16438?
3 public schools are located in 16438.
What is the racial composition of students in 16438?
16438 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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