For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,335 students in 15323, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 72 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 15323, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15323, PA are Mcguffey High School, Claysville Elementary School and Mcguffey Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15323 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15323, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15323, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcguffey High School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
86 Mcguffey Drive
Claysville, PA 15323
(724) 948-3328
Claysville, PA 15323
(724) 948-3328
Grades: 9-12
| 491 students
Rank: #22.
Claysville Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
119 Main St
Claysville, PA 15323
(724) 663-7772
Claysville, PA 15323
(724) 663-7772
Grades: K-5
| 501 students
Rank: #33.
Mcguffey Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
86 Mcguffey Drive
Claysville, PA 15323
(724) 948-3323
Claysville, PA 15323
(724) 948-3323
Grades: 6-8
| 343 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15323, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15323, PA include Mcguffey High School, Claysville Elementary School and Mcguffey Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15323?
3 public schools are located in 15323.
What percentage of students in 15323 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 15323 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15323?
15323 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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