For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 615 students in 18229, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 18229, PA is L B Morris Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 18229 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18229, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18229, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
L B Morris Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
150 W 10th St
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
(570) 325-2703
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
(570) 325-2703
Gr: PK-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
18229, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
410 Center Ave
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
(570) 325-2771
Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
(570) 325-2771
Gr: 7 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 18229, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18229, PA include L B Morris Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 18229?
1 public middle schools are located in 18229.
What is the racial composition of students in 18229?
18229 public middle schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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