For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 311 students in 15423, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 15423, PA is California Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 15423 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 15423, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15423, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
California Area Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11 Trojan Way
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 785-5800
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 785-5800
Gr: 7-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: n/an/a
California Academy Of Learning Charter School
Charter School
40b Trojan Way
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 330-4932
Coal Center, PA 15423
(724) 330-4932
Gr: K-10 | 153 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 15423, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 15423, PA include California Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 15423?
2 public middle schools are located in 15423.
What is the racial composition of students in 15423?
15423 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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