For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,700 students in 17901, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17901, PA are Clarke El Center, Lengel MiddleSchool and Gillingham Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17901 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 55% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17901, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17901, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarke El Center
(Math: 26% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 North 16th St
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Grades: K-4
| 762 students
Rank: #22.
Lengel MiddleSchool
(Math: 22% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1541 Laurel Blvd
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Grades: 5-8
| 707 students
Rank: #33.
Gillingham Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 Howard Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Grades: K-12
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17901, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17901, PA include Clarke El Center, Lengel MiddleSchool and Gillingham Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17901, PA?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17901, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 17901, PA?
17901, PA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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