For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,469 students in 16823, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16823, PA are Bellefonte Area Middle School and Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 16823 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16823, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16823, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bellefonte Area Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 N School St
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-5466
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-5466
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
710 S Eagle Valley Rd
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4868
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4868
Gr: 6-12 | 852 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 16823, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16823, PA include Bellefonte Area Middle School and Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs.
How many public middle schools are located in 16823?
2 public middle schools are located in 16823.
What is the racial composition of students in 16823?
16823 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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