Best 18431 Pennsylvania Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,242 students in 18431, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18431, PA are Wayne Highlands Middle School and Lakeside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18431 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18431, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 18431, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Highlands Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
482 Grove St
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-5900
Gr: 6-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
129 Lakeside Dr
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-6820
Gr: 3-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
123 Abc Drive
Honesdale, PA 18431
(570) 253-3010
Gr: PK-2 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 18431, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18431, PA include Wayne Highlands Middle School and Lakeside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18431?
3 public elementary schools are located in 18431.
What is the racial composition of students in 18431?
18431 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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