For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 946 students in 16201, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16201, PA are West Hills Primary School and West Hills Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16201 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16201, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16201, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hills Primary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
181 Heritage Park Drive
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7651
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 548-7651
Gr: K-3 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
West Hills Intermediate School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
175 Heritage Park Drive
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1121
Kittanning, PA 16201
(724) 543-1121
Gr: 4-6 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16201, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16201, PA include West Hills Primary School and West Hills Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16201?
2 public elementary schools are located in 16201.
What is the racial composition of students in 16201?
16201 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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