Best 15501 Pennsylvania Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,065 students in 15501, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 15501, PA are Somerset Area Jr-sr High School and Somerset County Technology Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 15501 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 15501, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 15501 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Somerset Area Jr-sr High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 15501, PA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerset Area Jr-sr High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
645 South Columbia Ave
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-2381
Gr: 6-12 | 1,054 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Somerset County Technology Center
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
281 Technology Drive
Somerset, PA 15501
(814) 443-3651
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 15501, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 15501, PA include Somerset Area Jr-sr High School and Somerset County Technology Center.
How many public high schools are located in 15501?
2 public high schools are located in 15501.
What is the racial composition of students in 15501?
15501 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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