For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 854 students in 16659, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 16659, PA are Northern Bedford Co Elementary School, Northern Bedford County Middle School and Northern Bedford County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 16659 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 16659, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16659, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northern Bedford Co Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
217 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Gr: PK-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Northern Bedford County Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
152 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Gr: 6-8 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Northern Bedford County High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
152 Nbc Dr
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Loysburg, PA 16659
(814) 766-2221
Gr: 9-12 | 235 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 16659, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 16659, PA include Northern Bedford Co Elementary School, Northern Bedford County Middle School and Northern Bedford County High School.
How many public schools are located in 16659?
3 public schools are located in 16659.
What is the racial composition of students in 16659?
16659 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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