For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,588 students in 15905, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15905, PA are Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School, Westmont Hilltop Elementary School and Ferndale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 15905 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 15905, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 15905, PA Public Elementary 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 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: #44.
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 elementary schools in 15905, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 15905, PA include Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School, Westmont Hilltop Elementary School and Ferndale Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 15905?
4 public elementary schools are located in 15905.
What is the racial composition of students in 15905?
15905 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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