For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 863 students in 16249, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16249, PA are Shannock Valley Elementary School and West Shamokin 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 16249 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16249, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16249, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shannock Valley Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
210 Cowanshannock Avenue
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-6991
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-6991
Gr: K-6 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
178 Wolf Drive
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-7040
Rural Valley, PA 16249
(724) 783-7040
Gr: 7-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16249, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16249, PA include Shannock Valley Elementary School and West Shamokin Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16249?
2 public schools are located in 16249.
What is the racial composition of students in 16249?
16249 public schools minority enrollment is 1% 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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