For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,080 students in 16101, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 16101, PA are Laurel High School, Union Area High School and Shenango High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 16101 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 16101, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 16101 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Laurel High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16101, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Laurel High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2497 Harlansburg Rd
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-9056
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-9056
Gr: 9-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Union Area High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2106 Camden Ave
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-4501
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-4501
Gr: 9-12 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Shenango High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2550 Ellwood Rd
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-5537
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-5537
Gr: 7-12 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
New Castle Sr. High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 E Lincoln Ave
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4700
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4700
Gr: 9-12 | 732 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #55.
Lawrence County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
750 Phelps Way
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-3583
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 658-3583
Gr: 9-12 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
16101, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
815 Cunningham Ave
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4720
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4720
Gr: 7-8 | 674 students Minority enrollment: 22%
326 Laurel Blvd
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4738
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4738
Gr: 1-3 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
New Castle Youth Dev Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1745 Frew Mill Rd
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-7330
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-7330
831 Harrison St
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4750
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4750
Gr: 1-3 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
708 W Washington St
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4753
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 656-4753
Gr: 1-3 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 16101, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 16101, PA include Laurel High School, Union Area High School and Shenango High School.
How many public high schools are located in 16101?
5 public high schools are located in 16101.
What is the racial composition of students in 16101?
16101 public high schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).