For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,711 students in Clarks Summit, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clarks Summit, PA are Newton-ransom El School, Abington Heights Middle School and Clarks Summit Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarks Summit, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Clarks Summit have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Clarks Summit, PA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Newton-ransom El School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1549 Newton Ransom Boulevard
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-8300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-8300
Grades: K-4
| 201 students
Rank: #22.
Abington Heights Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1555 Newton Ransom Blvd
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-4300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-4300
Grades: 5-8
| 1,079 students
Rank: #33.
Clarks Summit Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 W Grove St
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-7300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-7300
Grades: K-4
| 431 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Clarks Summit, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Clarks Summit, PA include Newton-ransom El School, Abington Heights Middle School and Clarks Summit Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Clarks Summit?
3 public elementary schools are located in Clarks Summit.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarks Summit?
Clarks Summit public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public elementary schools in Clarks Summit are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Clarks Summit include: Newton-ransom El School vs. Clarks Summit Elementary School
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