For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,175 students in 18436, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18436, PA are Jefferson Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School and Western Wayne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18436 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18436, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18436, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
825 Lions Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 689-2656
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 689-2656
Gr: K-3 | 249 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
739 Easton Turnpike
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Gr: PK-5 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Western Wayne Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1970b Easton Turnpike
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(800) 321-9973
Gr: 6-8 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
18436, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
111 Gravity Rd
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 698-5119
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
(570) 698-5119
Gr: 3-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 18436, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18436, PA include Jefferson Elementary School, Evergreen Elementary School and Western Wayne Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18436?
3 public elementary schools are located in 18436.
What is the racial composition of students in 18436?
18436 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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