For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,560 students in Monongahela, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 139 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in Monongahela, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
The top ranked public schools in Monongahela, PA are William Penn Elementary School, Ringgold Sr. High School and Ringgold El Sch South. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monongahela, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Monongahela have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Monongahela, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Penn Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
392 William Penn Road
Monongahela, PA 15063
(412) 896-2330
Monongahela, PA 15063
(412) 896-2330
Grades: K-5
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Ringgold Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Ram Drive
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2200
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2200
Grades: 9-12
| 852 students
Rank: #33.
Ringgold El Sch South
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
120 Alexander Avenue
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Grades: K-4
| 580 students
Rank: #44.
Ringgold Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2 Ram Dr
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 348-7154
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 348-7154
Grades: 5-8
| 787 students
Monongahela, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
120 Alexander Ave
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-8454
Grades: 6-8
| 248 students
1200 Chess St
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2911
Monongahela, PA 15063
(724) 258-2911
Grades: K-5
| 590 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Monongahela, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Monongahela, PA include William Penn Elementary School, Ringgold Sr. High School and Ringgold El Sch South.
How many public schools are located in Monongahela?
4 public schools are located in Monongahela.
What percentage of students in Monongahela go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in Monongahela are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 85%).
What is the racial composition of students in Monongahela?
Monongahela public schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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