For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 512 students in 16948, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16948, PA are Northern Potter Childrens School and Northern Potter 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 16948 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16948, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, 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 16948, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Potter Childrens School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
745 Northern Potter Road
Ulysses, PA 16948
(814) 848-7563
Ulysses, PA 16948
(814) 848-7563
Gr: PK-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Northern Potter Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
763 Northern Potter Road
Ulysses, PA 16948
(814) 848-7534
Ulysses, PA 16948
(814) 848-7534
Gr: 7-12 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16948, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16948, PA include Northern Potter Childrens School and Northern Potter Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 16948?
2 public schools are located in 16948.
What is the racial composition of students in 16948?
16948 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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