For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 836 students in Knox, PA (there are , serving 124 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Knox, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in Knox, PA are Keystone Elementary School and Keystone Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Knox, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Knox 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 Public Schools in Knox, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Keystone Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
451 Huston Avenue
Knox, PA 16232
(814) 797-1251
Knox, PA 16232
(814) 797-1251
Grades: K-6
| 407 students
Rank: #22.
Keystone Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Beatty Avenue
Knox, PA 16232
(814) 797-1261
Knox, PA 16232
(814) 797-1261
Grades: 7-12
| 429 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Knox, PA?
The top ranked public schools in Knox, PA include Keystone Elementary School and Keystone Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Knox?
2 public schools are located in Knox.
What percentage of students in Knox go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Knox are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Knox?
Knox 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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