For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 863 students in 16249, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 16249, PA are Shannock Valley Elementary School and West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 16249 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16249, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16249, PA ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shannock Valley Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
210 Cowanshannock Avenue
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-6991
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-6991
Grades: K-6
| 336 students
Rank: #22.
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
178 Wolf Drive
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-7040
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-7040
Grades: 7-12
| 527 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16249, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16249, PA include Shannock Valley Elementary School and West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16249?
2 public schools are located in 16249.
What is the racial composition of students in 16249?
16249 public schools minority enrollment is 1% 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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