For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,038 students in 15501, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15501, PA are Somerset Area Jr-sr High School and Eagle View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15501 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15501, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15501, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Somerset Area Jr-sr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2381
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2381
Grades: 6-12
| 1,088 students
Rank: #22.
Eagle View Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
191 Discovery Ln
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 444-8455
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 444-8455
Grades: 3-5
| 428 students
Rank: n/an/a
Maple Ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
105 New Centerville Rd
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 445-6677
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 445-6677
Grades: PK-2
| 522 students
15501, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Grades: 9-12
| 775 students
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2831
Grades: 6-8
| 572 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15501, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15501, PA include Somerset Area Jr-sr High School and Eagle View Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15501?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15501.
What is the racial composition of students in 15501?
15501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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