For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,029 students in 16401, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 16401, PA are Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Sr. High School and Northwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16401 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16401, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16401, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10450 John Williams Avenue
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Gr: K-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Gr: 6-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16401, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16401, PA include Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Sr. High School and Northwestern Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16401?
3 public schools are located in 16401.
What is the racial composition of students in 16401?
16401 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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