For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 728 students in 16749, PA (there are , serving 18 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 16749, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 16749, PA are Smethport Area Elementary School and Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16749 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16749, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16749, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Smethport Area Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
414 S Mechanic St
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5012
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5012
Grades: PK-6
| 367 students
Rank: #22.
Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
412 S Mechanic St
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5545
Smethport, PA 16749
(814) 887-5545
Grades: 7-12
| 361 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16749, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16749, PA include Smethport Area Elementary School and Smethport Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16749?
2 public schools are located in 16749.
What percentage of students in 16749 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 16749 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16749?
16749 public schools minority enrollment is 2% 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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