For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,603 students in 16648, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 455 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 16648, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 16648, PA are Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School, Frankstown Elementary School and Charles W Longer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16648 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16648, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16648, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1510 North Montgomery Street
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4416
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4416
Grades: 10-12
| 793 students
Rank: #22.
Frankstown Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2463 Reservoir Rd
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4961
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4961
Grades: K-6
| 608 students
Rank: #33.
Charles W Longer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1320 Union St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4431
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4431
Grades: K-6
| 395 students
Rank: #44.
Hollidaysburg Area Junior High School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Hewit St
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4426
Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
(814) 695-4426
Grades: 7-9
| 807 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16648, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16648, PA include Hollidaysburg Area Sr. High School, Frankstown Elementary School and Charles W Longer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16648?
4 public schools are located in 16648.
What percentage of students in 16648 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 16648 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16648?
16648 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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