For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 722 students in 16159, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16159, PA are Luther W Low Elementary School, Oakview Elementary School and West Middlesex 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 16159 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16159, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 16159, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Luther W Low Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3591 Sharon Rd
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
Gr: K-3 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3591 Sharon Rd
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
Gr: 4-6 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
West Middlesex Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3591 Sharon Rd
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
Gr: 7-12 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
16159, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3591 Sharon Rd
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
West Middlesex, PA 16159
(724) 634-3030
Gr: 7-8 | 154 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16159, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16159, PA include Luther W Low Elementary School, Oakview Elementary School and West Middlesex Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16159?
3 public schools are located in 16159.
What is the racial composition of students in 16159?
16159 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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