For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,622 students in 15010, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 493 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 15010, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15010, PA are Blackhawk Intermediate School, Blackhawk High School and Highland Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 15010 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15010, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15010, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blackhawk Intermediate School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
635 Shenango Rd
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-5050
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-5050
Gr: K-4 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Blackhawk High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Blackhawk Rd
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 846-9600
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 846-9600
Gr: 9-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
402 Shenango Rd
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-1700
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Beaver Falls Area Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1701 8th Ave
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-7470
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-7470
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
805 15th Street
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-3420
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-3420
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #66.
Beaver Falls Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1601 8th Ave
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 846-5470
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 846-5470
Gr: 6-8 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
701 Darlington Rd
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-1268
Beaver Falls, PA 15010
(724) 843-1268
Gr: K-2 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15010, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15010, PA include Blackhawk Intermediate School, Blackhawk High School and Highland Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 15010?
7 public schools are located in 15010.
What percentage of students in 15010 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 15010 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15010?
15010 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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