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Best Jefferson County Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,903 students in Jefferson County, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 326 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Jefferson County, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Jefferson County, PA are Brockway Area Elementary School, Brockway Area Jr. Sr. High School and C G Johnson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson County, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Jefferson County have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Jefferson County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brockway Area Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
40 North St
Brockway, PA 15824
(814) 265-8417
Gr: K-6 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Brockway Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
100 Alexander St
Brockway, PA 15824
(814) 265-8414
Gr: 7-12 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
C G Johnson Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
923 Jackson St
Reynoldsville, PA 15851
(814) 299-4880
Gr: K-4 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Hickory Grove Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
Hickory Grove Elementary
Brookville, PA 15825
(814) 849-1112
Gr: 3-6 | 409 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #55.
Punxsutawney Area Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
465 Beyer Ave
Punxsutawney, PA 15767
(814) 938-5151
Gr: K-6 | 1,085 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #66.
Punxsutawney Area High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
500 N Findley Street
Punxsutawney, PA 15767
(814) 938-5151
Gr: 7-12 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #77.
Brookville Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
Brookville Jr./sr. High School
Brookville, PA 15825
(814) 849-1106
Gr: 7-12 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #88.
Jefferson County-dubois Area Vocational-technical School
Vocational School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
576 Vo Tech Rd
Reynoldsville, PA 15851
(814) 653-8265
Gr: 9-12 | 587 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
Northside Elementary School
Northside Elementary School
Brookville, PA 15825
(814) 849-1118
Gr: K | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinecreek Elementary School
Pinecreek Elementary School
Brookville, PA 15825
(814) 849-1119
Gr: 1-2 | 198 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Jefferson County, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Jefferson County, PA include Brockway Area Elementary School, Brockway Area Jr. Sr. High School and C G Johnson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Jefferson County?
10 public schools are located in Jefferson County.
What percentage of students in Jefferson County go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Jefferson County are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson County?
Jefferson County public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Jefferson County are often viewed compared to one another?

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