For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 154 students in 16720, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16720, PA are Austin Area Jr. Sr. High School and Austin Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16720 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16720, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16720, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Austin Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
138 Costello Avenue
Austin, PA 16720
(814) 647-8603
Austin, PA 16720
(814) 647-8603
Gr: 7-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Austin Area Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
138 Costello Avenue
Austin, PA 16720
(814) 647-8603
Austin, PA 16720
(814) 647-8603
Gr: PK-6 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16720, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16720, PA include Austin Area Jr. Sr. High School and Austin Area Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16720?
2 public schools are located in 16720.
What is the racial composition of students in 16720?
16720 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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