For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,029 students in 16401, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16401, PA are Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Sr. High School and Northwestern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16401 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16401, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16401, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10450 John Williams Avenue
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Gr: K-5 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Northwestern Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Northwestern Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
150 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Albion, PA 16401
(814) 756-9400
Gr: 6-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16401, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16401, PA include Northwestern Elementary School, Northwestern Sr. High School and Northwestern Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16401?
3 public schools are located in 16401.
What is the racial composition of students in 16401?
16401 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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