For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,907 students in 16101, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16101, PA are Laurel Elementary School, Union Memorial Elementary School and Shenango Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16101 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16101, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16101, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
223 Mccaslin Rd
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-2673
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-2673
Gr: K-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Union Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 S Scotland Ln
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 652-6683
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 652-6683
Gr: PK-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Shenango Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2501 Old Pittsburgh Rd
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-5566
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-5566
Gr: K-6 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Union Area Middle School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2106 Camden Ave
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-4501
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-4501
Gr: 6-8 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #55.
New Castle Junior High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 E Lincoln Ave
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4700
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4700
Gr: 6-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
900 East Main St.
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4735
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4735
Gr: K-2 | 736 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16101, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16101, PA include Laurel Elementary School, Union Memorial Elementary School and Shenango Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16101?
6 public elementary schools are located in 16101.
What is the racial composition of students in 16101?
16101 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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