For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 329 students in 16101, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 16101, PA is Union Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 16101 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 16101, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 16101, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Union Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 S Scotland Ln
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 652-6683
New Castle, PA 16101
(724) 652-6683
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 preschools in 16101, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 16101, PA include Union Memorial Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 16101?
1 public preschools are located in 16101.
What is the racial composition of students in 16101?
16101 public preschools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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