For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 303 students in Cairnbrook, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Cairnbrook, PA are Cairnbrook Elementary School and Shade Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Cairnbrook, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Cairnbrook have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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 Cairnbrook, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cairnbrook Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
235 Mcgregor Ave
Cairnbrook, PA 15924
(814) 754-5021
Cairnbrook, PA 15924
(814) 754-5021
Gr: K-6 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Shade Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
203 Mcgregor Ave
Cairnbrook, PA 15924
(814) 754-4648
Cairnbrook, PA 15924
(814) 754-4648
Gr: 7-12 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Cairnbrook, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Cairnbrook, PA include Cairnbrook Elementary School and Shade Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in Cairnbrook?
2 public schools are located in Cairnbrook.
What is the racial composition of students in Cairnbrook?
Cairnbrook public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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