For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 644 students in 16678, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16678, PA are Tussey Mountain Elementary School and Tussey Mountain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16678 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16678, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16678, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tussey Mountain Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1110 Mifflin St
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2934
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2934
Grades: PK-4
| 374 students
Rank: #22.
Tussey Mountain Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
199 Front St
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Grades: 5-8
| 270 students
16678, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
199 Front St
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Grades: 7-8
| 125 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16678, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16678, PA include Tussey Mountain Elementary School and Tussey Mountain Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16678?
2 public elementary schools are located in 16678.
What is the racial composition of students in 16678?
16678 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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