For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,973 students in 15009, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 142 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 15009, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15009, PA are Beaver Area Sr. High School, Dutch Ridge Elementary School and Beaver Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15009 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15009, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15009, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beaver Area Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
Gypsy Glen Rd
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-0251
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-0251
Grades: 9-12
| 644 students
Rank: #22.
Dutch Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2220 Dutch Ridge Road
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-1017
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-1017
Grades: 3-6
| 589 students
Rank: #33.
Beaver Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
Gypsy Glen Rd
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-0253
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-0253
Grades: 7-8
| 307 students
Rank: n/an/a
College Square Elementary School
Magnet School
375 College Ave
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-1168
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-1168
Grades: K-2
| 433 students
15009, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Beaver Area Academic Charter School (Closed 2016)
Charter School
Gypsy Glen Rd
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-4022
Beaver, PA 15009
(724) 774-4022
Grades: 7-12
| 99 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15009, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15009, PA include Beaver Area Sr. High School, Dutch Ridge Elementary School and Beaver Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15009?
4 public schools are located in 15009.
What percentage of students in 15009 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 15009 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15009?
15009 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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