Best 15601 Pennsylvania Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,481 students in 15601, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 15601, PA are Hempfield Area Sr. High School and Greensburg-salem High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15601 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15601, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15601 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hempfield Area Sr. High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 15601, PA Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hempfield Area Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4345 State Route 136
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 834-9000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,661 students
Rank: #22.
Greensburg-salem High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
65 Mennel Dr
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 832-2960
Grades: 9-12
| 820 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 15601 Pennsylvania

15601, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
840 Bovardluxor Rd
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 850-5230
Grades: K-5
| 281 students
555 Rial Ln
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 850-2730
Grades: 7-12
| 29 students
555 Rial Lane
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 850-2730
Grades: K-2
| 204 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 15601, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 15601, PA include Hempfield Area Sr. High School and Greensburg-salem High School.
How many public high schools are located in 15601?
2 public high schools are located in 15601.
What is the racial composition of students in 15601?
15601 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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