For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 364 students in 17820, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 17820, PA is Southern Columbia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 17820 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17820, PA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17820 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Southern Columbia High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17820, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Columbia High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
812 Southern Drive
Catawissa, PA 17820
(570) 356-3450
Catawissa, PA 17820
(570) 356-3450
Gr: 9-12 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17820, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17820, PA include Southern Columbia High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17820?
1 public high schools are located in 17820.
What is the racial composition of students in 17820?
17820 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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