For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,067 students in 17921, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17921, PA are North Schuylkill Elementary School and North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17921 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17921, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17921, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Schuylkill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38 Line St
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-3661
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-3661
Gr: K-6 | 1,064 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15 Academy Lane Route 61
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-0495
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-0495
Gr: 7-12 | 1,003 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
17921, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Broad St
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 875-4858
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 875-4858
Gr: K-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17921, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17921, PA include North Schuylkill Elementary School and North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17921?
2 public schools are located in 17921.
What is the racial composition of students in 17921?
17921 public schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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