For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 807 students in 15679, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 15679, PA are Mendon Elementary School and Yough Intrmd/ms School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15679 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 15679, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15679, PA 51爆料s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mendon Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
164 Route 31
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-6484
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-6484
Grades: K-4
| 242 students
Rank: #22.
Yough Intrmd/ms School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
171 Route 31
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-5164
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 872-5164
Grades: 5-8
| 565 students
15679, Pennsylvania 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Rr 1 Box 101
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 696-3904
Ruffs Dale, PA 15679
(724) 696-3904
Grades: K-4
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 15679, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 15679, PA include Mendon Elementary School and Yough Intrmd/ms School.
How many public schools are located in 15679?
2 public schools are located in 15679.
What is the racial composition of students in 15679?
15679 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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