For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,404 students in 15317, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15317, PA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Mcmurray Elementary School and Peters Twp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15317 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15317, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15317, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
250 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6260
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6260
Gr: K-3 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Mcmurray Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
626 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-5020
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-5020
Gr: 4-5 | 614 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Peters Twp Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
264 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Gr: 6-8 | 925 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #44.
Hills-hendersonville Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
50 Mayview Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-8390
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-8390
Gr: K-4 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Borland Manor Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
30 Giffin Dr
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-2700
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-2700
Gr: K-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #66.
North Strabane Intrmd School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20 Giffin Drive
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 873-5252
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 873-5252
Gr: 5-6 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #77.
South Central Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 S Central Ave
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-4475
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-4475
Gr: K-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
15317, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
803 1st St
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Gr: K-4 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
625 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Gr: 7-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 15317, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15317, PA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Mcmurray Elementary School and Peters Twp Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15317?
7 public elementary schools are located in 15317.
What is the racial composition of students in 15317?
15317 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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