For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 434 students in 18421, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 18421, PA is Forest City Regional Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 18421 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 18421, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18421, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Forest City Regional Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Susquehanna Street
Forest City, PA 18421
(570) 785-2410
Forest City, PA 18421
(570) 785-2410
Gr: PK-6 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 18421, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 18421, PA include Forest City Regional Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 18421?
1 public preschools are located in 18421.
What is the racial composition of students in 18421?
18421 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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