For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 950 students in 16417, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 16417, PA are Girard High School and Rice Avenue Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 16417 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 16417, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16417, PA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Girard High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1135 Lake St
Girard, PA 16417
(814) 774-5607
Girard, PA 16417
(814) 774-5607
Gr: 9-12 | 505 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Rice Avenue Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Rice Ave
Girard, PA 16417
(814) 774-5604
Girard, PA 16417
(814) 774-5604
Gr: 5-8 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 16417, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 16417, PA include Girard High School and Rice Avenue Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16417?
2 public schools are located in 16417.
What is the racial composition of students in 16417?
16417 public schools minority enrollment is 8% 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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