For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 802 students in 15679, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15679, PA are Mendon Elementary School and Yough Intrmd/ms School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15679 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15679, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15679, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mendon Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
164 Route 31
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-6484
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-6484
Grades: K-4
| 226 students
Rank: #22.
Yough Intrmd/ms School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
171 Route 31
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-5164
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-5164
Grades: 5-8
| 576 students
15679, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rr 1 Box 101
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 696-3904
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 696-3904
Grades: K-4
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15679, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15679, PA include Mendon Elementary School and Yough Intrmd/ms School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15679?
2 public elementary schools are located in 15679.
What is the racial composition of students in 15679?
15679 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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