For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 672 students in 17740, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 17740, PA is Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 17740 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17740, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17740 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17740, PA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 Cemetery St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7170
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7170
Gr: 9-12 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17740, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17740, PA include Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17740?
1 public high schools are located in 17740.
What is the racial composition of students in 17740?
17740 public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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