For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,233 students in 16229, PA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 16229 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16229, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16229, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Buffalo Elementary School
Magnet 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
| 223 students
Rank: #22.
Freeport Area Middle School
Magnet 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
Magnet 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
| 584 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 elementary schools in 16229, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16229, PA include South Buffalo Elementary School, Freeport Area Middle School and Buffalo Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16229?
3 public elementary schools are located in 16229.
What is the racial composition of students in 16229?
16229 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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