For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 466 students in 17740, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17740, PA is Jersey Shore 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 17740 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17740, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17740, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jersey Shore Area Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Thompson St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7400
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17740, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17740, PA include Jersey Shore Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17740?
1 public middle schools are located in 17740.
What is the racial composition of students in 17740?
17740 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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