For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 209 students in 15909, PA (there are , serving 89 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 15909, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 15909, PA is Jackson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 15909 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15909, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15909, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3704 William Penn Avenue
Johnstown, PA 15909
(814) 749-8421
Johnstown, PA 15909
(814) 749-8421
Gr: K-5 | 209 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15909, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15909, PA include Jackson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 15909?
1 public schools are located in 15909.
What percentage of students in 15909 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 15909 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15909?
15909 public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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