For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,393 students in West Mifflin, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 485 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in West Mifflin, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in West Mifflin, PA are Clara Barton Elementary School, Homeville Elementary School and West Mifflin Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Mifflin, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in West Mifflin have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in West Mifflin, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clara Barton Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
764 Beverly Dr
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Gr: K-3 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Homeville Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4315 Eliza St
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Gr: PK-3 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
West Mifflin Area Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
81 Commonwealth Ave
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Gr: 4-8 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
West Mifflin Area High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
91 Commonwealth Ave
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
West Mifflin, PA 15122
(412) 466-9131
Gr: 9-12 | 964 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in West Mifflin, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in West Mifflin, PA include Clara Barton Elementary School, Homeville Elementary School and West Mifflin Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in West Mifflin?
4 public schools are located in West Mifflin.
What percentage of students in West Mifflin go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in West Mifflin are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in West Mifflin?
West Mifflin public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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