For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 634 students in 18428, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 18428, PA is Wallenpaupack Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 18428 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18428, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18428, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wallenpaupack Area Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
139 Atlantic Ave
Hawley, PA 18428
(570) 226-4557
Hawley, PA 18428
(570) 226-4557
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
18428, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
500 Academy Street
Hawley, PA 18428
(570) 226-4557
Hawley, PA 18428
(570) 226-4557
Gr: K | 64 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 18428, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18428, PA include Wallenpaupack Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 18428?
1 public middle schools are located in 18428.
What is the racial composition of students in 18428?
18428 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% 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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