For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,593 students in Elizabeth, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, PA are Central Elementary School, Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School and Elizabeth Forward Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elizabeth, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Elizabeth have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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 Elizabeth, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
401 Rock Run Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2318
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2318
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1000 Weigles Hill Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2349
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2349
Gr: 9-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Elizabeth Forward Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Rock Run Road
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2335
Elizabeth, PA 15037
(412) 896-2335
Gr: 6-8 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Elizabeth, PA include Central Elementary School, Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School and Elizabeth Forward Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Elizabeth?
3 public schools are located in Elizabeth.
What is the racial composition of students in Elizabeth?
Elizabeth public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Elizabeth are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Elizabeth include: Elizabeth Forward Middle School vs. Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School, Elizabeth Forward Sr. High School vs. Elizabeth Forward Middle School
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