For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 922 students in 15656, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15656, PA are Kiski Area North Primary School, David Leech Elementary School and Leechburg Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15656 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15656, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15656, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Kiski Area North Primary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1048 School Road
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-2032
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-2032
Grades: K-4
| 457 students
Rank: #22.
David Leech Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Siberian Ave
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-6071
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-6071
Grades: PK-5
| 319 students
Rank: #33.
Leechburg Area Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
215 1st St.
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-7701
Leechburg, PA 15656
(724) 845-7701
Grades: 6-8
| 146 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 15656, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 15656, PA include Kiski Area North Primary School, David Leech Elementary School and Leechburg Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15656?
3 public elementary schools are located in 15656.
What is the racial composition of students in 15656?
15656 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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