For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,510 students in Waterford, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, PA are Fort Leboeuf Sr. High School, Waterford Elementary School and Fort Leboeuf Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterford, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Waterford have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Waterford, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Leboeuf Sr. High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
931 N High St
Waterford, PA 16441
(814) 796-2616
Waterford, PA 16441
(814) 796-2616
Gr: 9-12 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Waterford Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
323 Cherry Street
Waterford, PA 16441
(814) 796-4833
Waterford, PA 16441
(814) 796-4833
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Fort Leboeuf Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
865 Cherry St
Waterford, PA 16441
(814) 796-2681
Waterford, PA 16441
(814) 796-2681
Gr: 6-8 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waterford, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Waterford, PA include Fort Leboeuf Sr. High School, Waterford Elementary School and Fort Leboeuf Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Waterford?
3 public schools are located in Waterford.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterford?
Waterford public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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