For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 1,458 students in 15905, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 15905, PA are Ferndale Elementary School and Greater Johnstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 15905 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 15905, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15905, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 preschools in 15905, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 15905, PA include Ferndale Elementary School and Greater Johnstown Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 15905?
2 public preschools are located in 15905.
What is the racial composition of students in 15905?
15905 public preschools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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