For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,570 students in 17851, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 17851, PA are Mount Carmel Area High School, Mount Carmel Area Elementary School and Mount Carmel Area Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17851 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17851, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17851, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mount Carmel Area High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 W 5th St
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Grades: 9-12
| 493 students
Rank: #22.
Mount Carmel Area Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 W 5th St
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Grades: PK-6
| 817 students
Rank: #33.
Mount Carmel Area Junior High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 W 5th St
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Grades: 7-8
| 260 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17851, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17851, PA include Mount Carmel Area High School, Mount Carmel Area Elementary School and Mount Carmel Area Junior High School.
How many public schools are located in 17851?
3 public schools are located in 17851.
What is the racial composition of students in 17851?
17851 public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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