For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,404 students in 15317, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15317, PA are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Mcmurray Elementary School and Peters Twp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15317 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 83% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15317, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15317, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
250 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6260
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-6260
Grades: K-3
| 495 students
Rank: #22.
Mcmurray Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
626 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-5020
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-5020
Grades: 4-5
| 614 students
Rank: #33.
Peters Twp Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
264 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Grades: 6-8
| 925 students
Rank: #44.
Hills-hendersonville Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 Mayview Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-8390
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-8390
Grades: K-4
| 253 students
Rank: #55.
Borland Manor Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 Giffin Dr
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-2700
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-2700
Grades: K-4
| 264 students
Rank: #66.
South Central Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
230 S Central Ave
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-4475
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-4475
Grades: K-4
| 438 students
Rank: #77.
North Strabane Intrmd School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20 Giffin Drive
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 873-5252
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 873-5252
Grades: 5-6
| 415 students
15317, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
803 1st St
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 745-3130
Grades: K-4
| 289 students
625 E Mcmurray Rd
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Canonsburg, PA 15317
(724) 941-2688
Grades: 7-8
| 613 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15317, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15317, PA include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, Mcmurray Elementary School and Peters Twp Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15317?
7 public elementary schools are located in 15317.
What is the racial composition of students in 15317?
15317 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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