For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 382 students in 17820, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17820, PA is Southern Columbia Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17820 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17820, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17820, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southern Columbia Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 Southern Drive
Catawissa, PA 17820
(570) 356-3400
Catawissa, PA 17820
(570) 356-3400
Gr: 5-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17820, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17820, PA include Southern Columbia Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17820?
1 public middle schools are located in 17820.
What is the racial composition of students in 17820?
17820 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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