For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 504 students in 15642, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 15642, PA is West Hempfield Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 15642 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 15642, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 15642, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hempfield Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
469 Wendel Road
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 850-2780
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 850-2780
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
15642, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15020 Ardara Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(412) 823-1433
Irwin, PA 15642
(412) 823-1433
Gr: K-5 | 279 students
10870 Mockingbird Dr
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-1250
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-1250
Gr: 6-8 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
1015 Pennsylvania Ave
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8410
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 863-8410
Gr: K-5 | 341 students Minority enrollment: 2%
780 Brush Hill Rd
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3020
Irwin, PA 15642
(724) 861-3020
Gr: K-4 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 15642, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 15642, PA include West Hempfield Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 15642?
1 public preschools are located in 15642.
What is the racial composition of students in 15642?
15642 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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