For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 656 students in Monessen, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Monessen, PA are Monessen Sr. High School, Monessen El Center and Monessen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Monessen, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in Monessen have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Monessen, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Monessen Sr. High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1245 State Rd
Monessen, PA 15062
(724) 684-7100
Monessen, PA 15062
(724) 684-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Monessen El Center
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1275 Rostraver St
Monessen, PA 15062
(724) 684-4456
Monessen, PA 15062
(724) 684-4456
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #33.
Monessen Middle School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1245 State Rd
Monessen, PA 15062
(724) 684-7100
Monessen, PA 15062
(724) 684-7100
Gr: 6-8 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Monessen, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Monessen, PA include Monessen Sr. High School, Monessen El Center and Monessen Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Monessen?
3 public schools are located in Monessen.
What is the racial composition of students in Monessen?
Monessen public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Recent Articles
School Vouchers 2026: Updated Pros and Cons
Explore school vouchers in 2026, including updated pros, cons, policy changes, and what families should know before choosing.
Education Funding in America (2026 Update)
A 2026 update on education funding in America, including federal, state, and local trends, equity gaps, and what parents should know.
What It Takes to Run a Public School Day-to-Day
Explore what it takes to run a public school daily, from leadership and staffing to budgeting, safety, and student support systems.