For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,131 students in 15656, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 15656, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in 15656, PA are Leechburg Area High School, Kiski Area North Primary School and David Leech Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15656 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15656, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15656, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leechburg Area High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
215 1st St
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 842-0571
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 842-0571
Grades: 9-12
| 186 students
Rank: #22.
Kiski Area North Primary School
Magnet School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1048 School Road
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-2032
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-2032
Grades: K-4
| 493 students
Rank: #33.
David Leech Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Siberian Ave
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-6071
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-6071
Grades: PK-5
| 300 students
Rank: #44.
Leechburg Area Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 1st St.
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-7701
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-7701
Grades: 6-8
| 152 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15656, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15656, PA include Leechburg Area High School, Kiski Area North Primary School and David Leech Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15656?
4 public schools are located in 15656.
What percentage of students in 15656 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 15656 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15656?
15656 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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