For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 458 students in 16870, PA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 16870 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16870, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16870, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 16870, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 16870, PA include Gray's Woods Elementary School and Port Matilda Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16870?
2 public elementary schools are located in 16870.
What is the racial composition of students in 16870?
16870 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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