For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,687 students in 16686, PA (there are , serving 386 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 16686, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 16686, PA are Tyrone Area High School, Tyrone Area Elementary School and Tyrone Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16686 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16686, PA 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 Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16686, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tyrone Area High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1001 Clay Ave
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-4240
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-4240
Gr: 9-12 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Tyrone Area Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Clay Avenue
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-1342
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-1342
Gr: PK-4 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Tyrone Area Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Clay Ave
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-4240
Tyrone, PA 16686
(814) 684-4240
Gr: 5-8 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16686, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16686, PA include Tyrone Area High School, Tyrone Area Elementary School and Tyrone Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16686?
3 public schools are located in 16686.
What percentage of students in 16686 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 16686 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16686?
16686 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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