For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 863 students in 15612, PA.
The top ranked public school in 15612, PA is Southmoreland Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15612 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15612, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15612, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southmoreland Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2351 Route 981
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2010
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2010
Grades: 9-12
| 584 students
Rank: n/an/a
Southmoreland Primary Center
Magnet School
1431 Water St
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2026
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2026
Grades: K-1
| 279 students
15612, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box C
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2026
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2026
Grades: K-4
| 306 students
2358 Route 981
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2031
Alverton, PA 15612
(724) 887-2031
Grades: 7-8
| 344 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15612, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15612, PA include Southmoreland Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15612?
2 public schools are located in 15612.
What is the racial composition of students in 15612?
15612 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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