For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 445 students in 16417, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 16417, PA is Rice Avenue Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 16417 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16417, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16417, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rice Avenue Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1100 Rice Ave
Girard, PA 16417
(814) 774-5604
Girard, PA 16417
(814) 774-5604
Grades: 5-8
| 445 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16417, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16417, PA include Rice Avenue Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16417?
1 public elementary schools are located in 16417.
What is the racial composition of students in 16417?
16417 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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