For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,099 students in 16148, PA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 16148, PA are Delahunty Middle School and Hickory High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 16148 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 16148, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16148, PA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Delahunty Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 N Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Grades: 6-7
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Hickory High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
640 N. Hermitage Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Grades: 8-12
| 789 students
16148, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
640 North Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Grades: 8
| 168 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 16148, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 16148, PA include Delahunty Middle School and Hickory High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 16148?
2 public middle schools are located in 16148.
What is the racial composition of students in 16148?
16148 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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