For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,939 students in 16117, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16117, PA are Riverside Elementary School, Riverside Middle School and Riverside High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16117 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16117, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16117, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
302 Country Club Drive
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: PK-5 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Riverside Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
302 Country Club Dr
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: 6-8 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Riverside High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Country Club Dr
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: 9-12 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Hartman Intrmd School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
Crescent Avenue & 4th Street
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-3241
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-3241
Gr: 5-6 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #55.
Perry Lower Intrmd School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
619 Portersville Rd.
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-9458
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-9458
Gr: 3-4 | 236 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Crescent Ave
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1591
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1591
Gr: 7-12 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
Orchard & North Streets
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1381
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1381
Gr: K-2 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
16117, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Crescent Ave And 4th St
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-3241
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-3241
Gr: K-6 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Orchard And North Streets
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1381
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 752-1381
Gr: K-6 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Portersville Rd
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-9458
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-9458
Gr: K-6 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
302 Country Club Dr
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: 4-6 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
302 Country Club Dr
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-7512
Gr: K-3 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Aetna Dr And Sunset
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-5609
Ellwood City, PA 16117
(724) 758-5609
Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16117, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16117, PA include Riverside Elementary School, Riverside Middle School and Riverside High School.
How many public schools are located in 16117?
7 public schools are located in 16117.
What is the racial composition of students in 16117?
16117 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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