For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 576 students in 16137, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 16137, PA is Mercer Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 16137 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16137, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16137, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mercer Area Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 Lamor Rd
Mercer, PA 16137
(724) 662-5102
Mercer, PA 16137
(724) 662-5102
Gr: K-6 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
16137, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Advanced Charter Enterprise School (Closed 2006)
Charter School
Po Box 328
Mercer, PA 16137
(724) 662-1550
Mercer, PA 16137
(724) 662-1550
Gr: 5-8 | 3 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16137, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16137, PA include Mercer Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16137?
1 public elementary schools are located in 16137.
What is the racial composition of students in 16137?
16137 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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