For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,984 students in Hermitage, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 426 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in Hermitage, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, PA are Artman Elementary School, Delahunty Middle School and Karen A. Ionta Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hermitage, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Hermitage have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Hermitage, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Artman Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
343 N Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: K-3 | 596 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Delahunty Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
419 N Hermitage Rd
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: 6-7 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Karen A. Ionta Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
375 N Hermitage Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: 4-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Hickory High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
640 N. Hermitage Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 981-8750
Gr: 8-12 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Hermitage, PA include Artman Elementary School, Delahunty Middle School and Karen A. Ionta Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Hermitage?
4 public schools are located in Hermitage.
What percentage of students in Hermitage go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in Hermitage are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hermitage?
Hermitage public schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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