For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 556 students in Nesquehoning, PA.
The top-ranked public school in Nesquehoning, PA is Panther Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nesquehoning, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Nesquehoning have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Nesquehoning, PA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Panther Valley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 North Mermon Avenue
Nesquehoning, PA 18240
(570) 669-9411
Nesquehoning, PA 18240
(570) 669-9411
Gr: K-3 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Nesquehoning, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Nesquehoning, PA include Panther Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Nesquehoning?
1 public schools are located in Nesquehoning.
What is the racial composition of students in Nesquehoning?
Nesquehoning public schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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