For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,099 students in 16148, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16148, PA are Delahunty Middle School and Hickory High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 16148 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16148, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16148, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Delahunty Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 N Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: 6-7 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Hickory High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
640 N. Hermitage Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: 8-12 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
16148, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
640 North Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: 8 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 16148, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 16148, PA include Delahunty Middle School and Hickory High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 16148?
2 public middle schools are located in 16148.
What is the racial composition of students in 16148?
16148 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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