For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 623 students in 16659, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16659, PA are Northern Bedford Co Elementary School and Northern Bedford County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16659 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16659, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16659, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Bedford Co Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Northern Bedford County Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
152 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Gr: 6-8 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
16659, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
152 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Gr: 6-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16659, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16659, PA include Northern Bedford Co Elementary School and Northern Bedford County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16659?
2 public elementary schools are located in 16659.
What is the racial composition of students in 16659?
16659 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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