For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 807 students in 15679, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 15679, PA are Mendon Elementary School and Yough Intrmd/ms School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15679 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15679, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15679, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mendon Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
164 Route 31
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-6484
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-6484
Gr: K-4 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Yough Intrmd/ms School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
171 Route 31
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-5164
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-5164
Gr: 5-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
15679, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rr 1 Box 101
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 696-3904
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 696-3904
Gr: K-4 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15679, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15679, PA include Mendon Elementary School and Yough Intrmd/ms School.
How many public schools are located in 15679?
2 public schools are located in 15679.
What is the racial composition of students in 15679?
15679 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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