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Public School Review - Established 2003

Best Johnstown Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 7,558 students in Johnstown, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 909 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in Johnstown, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Johnstown, PA are Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School, Richland Elementary School and Richland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Johnstown, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Johnstown have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Johnstown, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1516 Tire Hill Rd
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 479-4080
Gr: K-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Richland Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
338 Theatre Dr
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 266-5757
Gr: K-6 | 831 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Richland High School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
One Academic Avenue
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 266-6081
Gr: 7-12 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
3704 William Penn Avenue
Johnstown, PA 15909
(814) 749-8421
Gr: K-2 | 105 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #55.
Westmont Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
827 Diamond Blvd
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8707
Gr: K-6 | 749 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #66.
Conemaugh Valley Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1342 William Penn Ave
Johnstown, PA 15906
(814) 535-5523
Gr: 7-12 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #77.
Ferndale Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
600 Harlan Ave
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 288-5757
Gr: 7-12 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #88.
Ferndale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
100 Dartmouth Ave
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 535-6724
Gr: PK-6 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #99.
Westmont Hilltop Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
200 Fair Oaks Dr
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 255-8726
Gr: 7-12 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #1010.
Conemaugh Valley Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1340 William Penn Avenue
Johnstown, PA 15906
(814) 535-6970
Gr: PK-6 | 374 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #1111.
Greater Johnstown Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
196 Westgate Dr
Johnstown, PA 15905
(814) 533-5670
Gr: PK-4 | 1,133 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1212.
Greater Johnstown Sr. High School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
222 Central Ave
Johnstown, PA 15902
(814) 533-5670
Gr: 8-12 | 917 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1313.
Greater Johnstown Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
220 Messenger Street
Johnstown, PA 15902
(814) 533-5670
Gr: 5-7 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: n/an/a
Greater Johnstown Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
445 Schoolhouse Road
Johnstown, PA 15904
(814) 266-6073
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Johnstown, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Johnstown, PA include Conemaugh Twp Area Elementary School, Richland Elementary School and Richland High School.
How many public schools are located in Johnstown?
15 public schools are located in Johnstown.
What percentage of students in Johnstown go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in Johnstown are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Johnstown?
Johnstown public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Johnstown are often viewed compared to one another?

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