For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 463 students in 18508, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 307 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 18508, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 18508, PA is Neil Armstrong #40. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18508 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18508, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18508, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Neil Armstrong #40
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
N Lincoln Ave & Clearview St
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3661
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3661
Grades: K-4
| 445 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ctc Of Lackawanna County
Vocational School
3201 Rockwell Avenue
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 346-8471
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 346-8471
Grades: 9-12
| 18 students
18508, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1002 Albright Ave
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3667
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3667
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18508, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18508, PA include Neil Armstrong #40.
How many public schools are located in 18508, PA?
2 public schools are located in 18508, PA.
What percentage of students in 18508, PA go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 18508, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18508, PA?
18508, PA public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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