For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 160 students in 15147, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 499 private students). 24% of all K-12 students in 15147, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 15147, PA is Verner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 15147 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15147, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15147, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Verner Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 1st St
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 828-1800
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 828-1800
Gr: K-6 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
15147, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5785 Saltsburg Rd
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 793-2155
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 793-2155
Gr: K-3 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
700 Idaho Avenue
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 795-1515
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 795-1515
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
200 Penn School Dr
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 793-0539
Verona, PA 15147
(412) 793-0539
Gr: K-5 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15147, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15147, PA include Verner Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15147?
1 public schools are located in 15147.
What percentage of students in 15147 go to public school?
24% of all K-12 students in 15147 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15147?
15147 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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