For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 666 students in Cresson, PA (there are , serving 121 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Cresson, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Cresson, PA is Penn Cambria High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cresson, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Cresson have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Cresson, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Penn Cambria High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
401 Linden Ave
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8188
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8188
Gr: 9-12 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
205 6th St
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8166
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8166
Gr: PK-K | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Cresson, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cresson Secure Treatment Unit High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
251 Corrections Road, 251 Corr
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-6258
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-6258
Gr: 9-12 | 21 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cresson, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cresson, PA include Penn Cambria High School.
How many public schools are located in Cresson?
2 public schools are located in Cresson.
What percentage of students in Cresson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Cresson are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cresson?
Cresson public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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