For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,254 students in 15963, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 15963, PA are Windber Elementary School, Windber Area Middle School and Windber Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15963 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15963, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15963, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Windber Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
421 Sugar Maple Dr
Windber, PA 15963
(814) 467-4567
Windber, PA 15963
(814) 467-4567
Gr: PK-5 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Windber Area Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2301 Graham Ave
Windber, PA 15963
(814) 467-4567
Windber, PA 15963
(814) 467-4567
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Windber Area High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2301 Graham Ave
Windber, PA 15963
(814) 467-4567
Windber, PA 15963
(814) 467-4567
Gr: 9-12 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15963, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15963, PA include Windber Elementary School, Windber Area Middle School and Windber Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 15963?
3 public schools are located in 15963.
What is the racial composition of students in 15963?
15963 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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