For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 666 students in Cresson, PA (there are , serving 121 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Cresson, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Cresson, PA is Penn Cambria High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cresson, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Cresson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% 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 ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Cresson, PA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Cambria High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
401 Linden Ave
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8188
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8188
Gr: 9-12 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
205 6th St
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8166
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8166
Gr: PK-K | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Cresson, Pennsylvania ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cresson Secure Treatment Unit High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
251 Corrections Road, 251 Corr
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-6258
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-6258
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cresson, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Cresson, PA include Penn Cambria High School.
How many public schools are located in Cresson?
2 public schools are located in Cresson.
What percentage of students in Cresson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Cresson are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cresson?
Cresson 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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