For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 2,213 students in 18202, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18202, PA are West Hazleton El/ms and Maple Manor El/ms. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18202 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18202, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18202, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Hazleton El/ms
(Math: 6% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
325 North St
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3111
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3111
Grades: K-8
| 875 students
Rank: #22.
Maple Manor El/ms
(Math: 5% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 W 22nd Street
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3221
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3221
Grades: 3-8
| 887 students
Rank: n/an/a
1400 W 23rd Street
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3221
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3221
Grades: PK-2
| 451 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 18202, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18202, PA include West Hazleton El/ms and Maple Manor El/ms.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18202, PA?
3 public elementary schools are located in 18202, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 18202, PA?
18202, PA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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