For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,030 students in 18704, PA (there are 10 private schools, serving 1,904 private students). 68% of all K-12 students in 18704, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18704, PA are Dana El Center, Chester Street Elementary School and Third Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18704 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18704, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18704, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dana El Center
(Math: 22% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
50 Dana Street
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 283-0591
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 283-0591
Gr: K-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Chester Street Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 East Chester Street
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-2438
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-2438
Gr: 1-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Third Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
131 Rear Third Ave & Davis St
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-2282
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-2282
Gr: K | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Wyoming Valley West Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Chester Street
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-2131
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-2131
Gr: 6-8 | 1,141 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Schuyler Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
715 Schuyler Avenue
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-6041
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-6041
Gr: 1-5 | 208 students Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #66.
State El Center
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
355 State Street
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 779-5381
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 779-5381
Gr: K-5 | 1,316 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #77.
West Side Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
75 Evans Street, Pringle Borou
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-8493
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 288-8493
Gr: 9-12 | 380 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
18704, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
230 Pringle St
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-5338
Kingston, PA 18704
(570) 287-5338
Gr: K-5 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18704, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18704, PA include Dana El Center, Chester Street Elementary School and Third Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18704?
7 public schools are located in 18704.
What percentage of students in 18704 go to public school?
68% of all K-12 students in 18704 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18704?
18704 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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