For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 623 students in 16659, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16659, PA are Northern Bedford Co Elementary School and Northern Bedford County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16659 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16659, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16659, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Northern Bedford Co Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
217 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Grades: PK-5
| 425 students
Rank: #22.
Northern Bedford County Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
152 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Grades: 6-8
| 198 students
16659, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
152 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Grades: 6-12
| 486 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16659, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16659, PA include Northern Bedford Co Elementary School and Northern Bedford County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16659?
2 public elementary schools are located in 16659.
What is the racial composition of students in 16659?
16659 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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