For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 915 students in 16678, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16678, PA are Tussey Mountain Elementary School, Tussey Mountain High School and Tussey Mountain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16678 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16678, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16678, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tussey Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1110 Mifflin St
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2934
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2934
Gr: PK-4 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Tussey Mountain High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
199 Front Street
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Gr: 9-12 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Tussey Mountain Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
199 Front St
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Saxton, PA 16678
(814) 635-2975
Gr: 5-8 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16678, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16678, PA include Tussey Mountain Elementary School, Tussey Mountain High School and Tussey Mountain Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 16678?
3 public schools are located in 16678.
What is the racial composition of students in 16678?
16678 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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