For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 666 students in Cresson, PA (there are , serving 121 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Cresson, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in Cresson, PA is Penn Cambria High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cresson, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Cresson have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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 Cresson, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Penn Cambria High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 Linden Ave
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8188
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8188
Grades: 9-12
| 552 students
Rank: n/an/a
205 6th St
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8166
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-8166
Grades: PK-K
| 114 students
Cresson, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Cresson Secure Treatment Unit High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
251 Corrections Road, 251 Corr
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-6258
Cresson, PA 16630
(814) 886-6258
Grades: 9-12
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Cresson, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Cresson, PA include Penn Cambria High School.
How many public schools are located in Cresson?
2 public schools are located in Cresson.
What percentage of students in Cresson go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Cresson are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Cresson?
Cresson public schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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