For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,926 students in 16823, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16823, PA are Benner Elementary School, Marion-walker Elementary School and Pleasant Gap Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16823 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16823, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16823, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benner Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
490 Buffalo Run Rd
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-2812
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-2812
Gr: K-5 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Marion-walker Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 School Dr
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 357-2425
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 357-2425
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Pleasant Gap Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
230 S Main St
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 359-2739
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 359-2739
Gr: K-5 | 215 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Bellefonte Area Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 N School St
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-5466
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-5466
Gr: 6-8 | 591 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
Bellefonte Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 W Linn St
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-5519
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-5519
Gr: K-5 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Bald Eagle Area Ms/shs
(Math: 36% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
710 S Eagle Valley Rd
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4868
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4868
Gr: 6-12 | 832 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #77.
Wingate Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
776 S Eagle Valley Rd
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4872
Bellefonte, PA 16823
(814) 355-4872
Gr: K-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16823, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16823, PA include Benner Elementary School, Marion-walker Elementary School and Pleasant Gap Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16823?
7 public elementary schools are located in 16823.
What is the racial composition of students in 16823?
16823 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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