For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 634 students in Rockwood, PA.
The top ranked public schools in Rockwood, PA are Rockwood Area Jr. Sr. High School and Rockwood Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rockwood, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Rockwood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Rockwood, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rockwood Area Jr. Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
437 Somerset Ave
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4631
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4631
Grades: 7-12
| 337 students
Rank: #22.
Rockwood Area Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
435 Somerset Ave
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4677
Rockwood, PA 15557
(814) 926-4677
Grades: K-6
| 297 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Rockwood, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Rockwood, PA include Rockwood Area Jr. Sr. High School and Rockwood Area Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Rockwood?
2 public schools are located in Rockwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Rockwood?
Rockwood public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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