For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,440 students in West Mifflin, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 485 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in West Mifflin, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in West Mifflin, PA are Clara Barton Elementary School, West Mifflin Area High School and Homeville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Mifflin, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in West Mifflin have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West Mifflin, PA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clara Barton Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
764 Beverly Dr
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: K-3
| 221 students
Rank: #22.
West Mifflin Area High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
91 Commonwealth Ave
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: 9-12
| 902 students
Rank: #33.
Homeville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4315 Eliza St
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: PK-3
| 421 students
Rank: #44.
West Mifflin Area MiddleSchool
(Math: 21% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
81 Commonwealth Ave
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: 4-8
| 896 students
West Mifflin, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
515 Camp Hollow Rd
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: PK-K
| 149 students
4315 Eliza St
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: PK-3
| 341 students
1922 Pennsylvania Ave
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: K-3
| 175 students
2000 Clairton Rd
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Grades: K-5
| 211 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Mifflin, PA?
The top ranked public schools in West Mifflin, PA include Clara Barton Elementary School, West Mifflin Area High School and Homeville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in West Mifflin, PA?
4 public schools are located in West Mifflin, PA.
What percentage of students in West Mifflin, PA go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in West Mifflin, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Mifflin, PA?
West Mifflin, PA public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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