For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 387 students in Waterfall, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Waterfall, PA are Forbes Road Elementary School and Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterfall, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Waterfall have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Waterfall, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forbes Road Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
143 Red Bird Drive
Waterfall, PA 16689
(814) 685-3866
Waterfall, PA 16689
(814) 685-3866
Gr: PK-6 | 227 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
159 Red Bird Drive
Waterfall, PA 16689
(814) 685-3866
Waterfall, PA 16689
(814) 685-3866
Gr: 7-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waterfall, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Waterfall, PA include Forbes Road Elementary School and Forbes Road Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Waterfall?
2 public schools are located in Waterfall.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterfall?
Waterfall public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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