For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,562 students in 18201, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 107 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 18201, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18201, PA are Heights Terrace El/ms and Hazleton El/ms. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18201 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18201, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18201, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Heights Terrace El/ms
(Math: 10% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
275 Mill St
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Gr: K-8 | 1,236 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Hazleton El/ms
(Math: 5% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
700 North Wyoming St
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Gr: 3-8 | 895 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
424 East 9th St
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Gr: K-2 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
18201, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
East Fourth St
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3111
Gr: PK-1 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
1400 W 23rd St
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3186
Hazleton, PA 18201
(570) 459-3186
Gr: K-6 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18201, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18201, PA include Heights Terrace El/ms and Hazleton El/ms.
How many public schools are located in 18201?
3 public schools are located in 18201.
What percentage of students in 18201 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 18201 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18201?
18201 public schools minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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