For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,922 students in 15317, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 15317, PA are Peters Twp High School and Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15317 have an average math proficiency score of 78% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15317, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15317 have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Peters Twp High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15317, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Peters Twp High School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
121 Rolling Hills Dr.
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6250
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6250
Grades: 9-12
| 1,231 students
Rank: #22.
Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
314 Elm St Extension
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-1400
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-1400
Grades: 9-12
| 1,683 students
Rank: n/an/a
Western Area Ctc (Of Washington County)
Vocational School
688 Western Ave
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 746-2890
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 746-2890
Grades: 9-12
| 8 students
15317, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
803 1st St
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Grades: K-4
| 289 students
625 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Grades: 7-8
| 613 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 15317, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15317, PA include Peters Twp High School and Canon-mcmillan Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15317?
3 public high schools are located in 15317.
What is the racial composition of students in 15317?
15317 public high schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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