For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,213 students in 16229, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16229, PA are South Buffalo Elementary School, Buffalo Elementary School and Freeport Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16229 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16229, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16229, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
562 Freeport Rd
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9510
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9510
Gr: K-5 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
500 Sarver Rd
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 353-9577
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 353-9577
Gr: K-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #33.
Freeport Area Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
629 South Pike Rd.
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9020
Freeport, PA 16229
(724) 295-9020
Gr: 6-8 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16229, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16229, PA include South Buffalo Elementary School, Buffalo Elementary School and Freeport Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16229?
3 public schools are located in 16229.
What is the racial composition of students in 16229?
16229 public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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