For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,754 students in 15955, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 15955, PA are Forest Hills Elementary School and Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15955 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15955, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15955, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest Hills Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
547 Locust Street
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Gr: PK-6 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
535 Locust Street
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Gr: 7-12 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
15955, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
489 Locust St
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 487-7613
Gr: 10-12 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
1427 Frankstown Rd
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 495-4611
Sidman, PA 15955
(814) 495-4611
Gr: 7-9 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15955, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15955, PA include Forest Hills Elementary School and Forest Hills Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15955?
2 public schools are located in 15955.
What is the racial composition of students in 15955?
15955 public schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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