For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 458 students in 16870, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16870, PA are Gray's Woods Elementary School and Port Matilda Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16870 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16870, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16870, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gray's Woods Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 Brackenbourne Drive
Port Matilda, PA 16870
(814) 235-6100
Port Matilda, PA 16870
(814) 235-6100
Gr: K-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Port Matilda Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 Locust Street
Port Matilda, PA 16870
(814) 692-7429
Port Matilda, PA 16870
(814) 692-7429
Gr: K-5 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16870, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16870, PA include Gray's Woods Elementary School and Port Matilda Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 16870?
2 public schools are located in 16870.
What is the racial composition of students in 16870?
16870 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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