For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,443 students in the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in West Natrona are Highlands Sr. High School and Highlands Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 56% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 20% 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 the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highlands Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Pacific Ave
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-1000
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Highlands Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1350 Broadview Boulevard
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-0600
Natrona Heights, PA 15065
(724) 226-0600
Gr: 5-8 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights, PA include Highlands Sr. High School and Highlands Middle School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights?
the neighborhood of West Natrona, Natrona Heights public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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