For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 825 students in 16353, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 16353, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 16353, PA are North Clarion Co Elementary School, North Clarion Co Jr. Sr. High School and West Forest Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16353 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16353, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16353, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Clarion Co Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10439 Route 36
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 744-8541
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 744-8541
Gr: PK-6 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
North Clarion Co Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10439 Route 36
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 744-8544
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 744-8544
Gr: 7-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
West Forest Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22318 Route 62 Box 15
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 755-3611
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 755-3611
Gr: 7-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #44.
West Forest Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
22318 Route 62 Box 15
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 755-3302
Tionesta, PA 16353
(814) 755-3302
Gr: PK-6 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16353, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16353, PA include North Clarion Co Elementary School, North Clarion Co Jr. Sr. High School and West Forest Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16353?
4 public schools are located in 16353.
What percentage of students in 16353 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 16353 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 16353?
16353 public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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