For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 988 students in 16833, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16833, PA are Curwensville Area Elementary School and Curwensville Area Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16833 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16833, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16833, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Curwensville Area Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
650 Beech St
Curwensville, PA 16833
(814) 236-1101
Curwensville, PA 16833
(814) 236-1101
Gr: K-6 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Curwensville Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
650 Beech St
Curwensville, PA 16833
(814) 236-1100
Curwensville, PA 16833
(814) 236-1100
Gr: 7-12 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16833, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16833, PA include Curwensville Area Elementary School and Curwensville Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16833?
2 public schools are located in 16833.
What is the racial composition of students in 16833?
16833 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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