For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,082 students in 15042, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 15042, PA are Economy Elementary School, Freedom Area Elementary School and Freedom Area Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 15042 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15042, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15042, PA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Economy Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1000 First Street
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Freedom Area Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1700 School St.
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-1122
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-1122
Gr: K-4 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Freedom Area Sr. High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1190 Bulldog Dr
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7400
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Freedom Area Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1702 School Street
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7641
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7641
Gr: 5-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Ambridge Area Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 First Street
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 266-2833
Gr: 6-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
15042, Pennsylvania ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
205 Fezell Rd
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7881
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7881
Gr: K-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
1701 Eigth Avenue
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7544
Freedom, PA 15042
(724) 775-7544
Gr: 5-6 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15042, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15042, PA include Economy Elementary School, Freedom Area Elementary School and Freedom Area Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15042?
5 public schools are located in 15042.
What is the racial composition of students in 15042?
15042 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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