For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,561 students in 15905, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 376 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 15905, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 15905, PA are Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School, Westmont Hilltop Elementary School and Ferndale Area 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 15905 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 15905, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15905, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1516 Tire Hill Rd
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 479-4080
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 479-4080
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
827 Diamond Blvd
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8707
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8707
Gr: K-6 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Ferndale Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
600 Harlan Ave
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 288-5757
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 288-5757
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Ferndale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Dartmouth Ave
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 535-6724
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 535-6724
Gr: PK-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Fair Oaks Dr
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8726
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8726
Gr: 7-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Greater Johnstown Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
196 Westgate Dr
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 533-5670
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 533-5670
Gr: PK-4 | 1,133 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 15905, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 15905, PA include Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School, Westmont Hilltop Elementary School and Ferndale Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 15905?
6 public schools are located in 15905.
What percentage of students in 15905 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 15905 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 15905?
15905 public schools minority enrollment is 36% 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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