For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,860 students in 18403, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 18403, PA are Valley View High School, Valley View Middle School and Valley View Intrmd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18403 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18403, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18403, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Columbus Dr
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-4110
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-4110
Gr: 9-12 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1 Columbus Dr
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-6461
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-6461
Gr: 6-8 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Valley View Intrmd School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3 Columbus Dr
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-2263
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-2263
Gr: 3-5 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
18403, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Northeast Charter School (Closed 2004)
Charter School
110 Betty Street
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-5629
Archbald, PA 18403
(570) 876-5629
Gr: 7-12 | 64 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18403, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18403, PA include Valley View High School, Valley View Middle School and Valley View Intrmd School.
How many public schools are located in 18403?
3 public schools are located in 18403.
What is the racial composition of students in 18403?
18403 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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