For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,214 students in 16229, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 16229, PA are South Buffalo Elementary School, Freeport Area Middle School and Buffalo Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16229 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16229, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16229, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
562 Freeport Rd
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9510
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9510
Grades: K-5
| 211 students
Rank: #22.
Freeport Area Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
629 South Pike Rd.
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9020
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9020
Grades: 6-8
| 426 students
Rank: #33.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 Sarver Rd
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 353-9577
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 353-9577
Grades: K-5
| 577 students
16229, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
325 4th St
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9020
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9020
Grades: 7-8
| 279 students
408 High St
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9250
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9250
Grades: K
| 129 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16229, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16229, PA include South Buffalo Elementary School, Freeport Area Middle School and Buffalo Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16229?
3 public schools are located in 16229.
What is the racial composition of students in 16229?
16229 public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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