For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 219 students in Waterfall, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Waterfall, PA is Forbes Road Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterfall, PA public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Waterfall have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Waterfall, PA (2026-27)
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 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Waterfall, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Waterfall, PA include Forbes Road Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Waterfall?
1 public elementary schools are located in Waterfall.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterfall?
Waterfall public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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