For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 437 students in 16353, PA.
The top ranked public preschools in 16353, PA are North Clarion Co Elementary School and West Forest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 16353 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16353, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16353, PA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Clarion Co Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10439 Route 36
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 744-8541
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 744-8541
Gr: PK-6 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
West Forest Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22318 Route 62 Box 15
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 755-3302
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 755-3302
Gr: PK-6 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 16353, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 16353, PA include North Clarion Co Elementary School and West Forest Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16353?
2 public preschools are located in 16353.
What is the racial composition of students in 16353?
16353 public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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