For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,754 students in Sidman, PA.
The top ranked public schools in Sidman, PA are Forest Hills Elementary School and Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Sidman, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Sidman have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Sidman, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
547 Locust Street
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Grades: PK-6
| 965 students
Rank: #22.
Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
535 Locust Street
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Grades: 7-12
| 789 students
Sidman, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
489 Locust St
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Grades: 10-12
| 453 students
1427 Frankstown Rd
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 495-4611
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 495-4611
Grades: 7-9
| 409 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Sidman, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Sidman, PA include Forest Hills Elementary School and Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Sidman?
2 public schools are located in Sidman.
What is the racial composition of students in Sidman?
Sidman public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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