For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,581 students in 17847, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 426 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 17847, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17847, PA are Milton High School, Milton Area Middle School and James F Baugher Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17847 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17847, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17847, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Milton High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 Mahoning St
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Grades: 9-12
| 613 students
Rank: #22.
Milton Area Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Mahoning St
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Grades: 6-8
| 443 students
Rank: #33.
James F Baugher Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
60 Brenda Rovenolt Circle
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Grades: K-4
| 525 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17847, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17847, PA include Milton High School, Milton Area Middle School and James F Baugher Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17847?
3 public schools are located in 17847.
What percentage of students in 17847 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 17847 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17847?
17847 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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