For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 787 students in 15686, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15686, PA are Apollo-ridge Elementary School and Apollo-ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15686 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15686, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15686, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Apollo-ridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1831 State Route 56
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Grades: PK-5
| 513 students
Rank: #22.
Apollo-ridge Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1829 State Route 56
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-6000
Grades: 6-8
| 274 students
15686, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Po Box 147
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-1129
Spring Church, PA 15686
(724) 478-1129
Grades: K
| 121 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15686, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15686, PA include Apollo-ridge Elementary School and Apollo-ridge Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15686?
2 public elementary schools are located in 15686.
What is the racial composition of students in 15686?
15686 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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