For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,321 students in 16056, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16056, PA are Knoch Primary School, Knoch Intermediate Elementary School and Knoch Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16056 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16056, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16056, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knoch Primary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
328 Knoch Road
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: K-3 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Knoch Intermediate Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
340 Knoch Road
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: 4-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
Knoch Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
754 Dinnerbell Rd
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Saxonburg, PA 16056
(724) 352-1700
Gr: 6-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16056, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16056, PA include Knoch Primary School, Knoch Intermediate Elementary School and Knoch Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16056?
3 public elementary schools are located in 16056.
What is the racial composition of students in 16056?
16056 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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