For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,018 students in 18834, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 76 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 18834, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18834, PA are Blue Ridge Elementary School, Blue Ridge High School and Blue Ridge Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18834 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18834, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18834, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5150 School Road
New Milford, PA 18834
(570) 465-3141
New Milford, PA 18834
(570) 465-3141
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Blue Ridge High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5150 School Road
New Milford, PA 18834
(570) 465-3144
New Milford, PA 18834
(570) 465-3144
Gr: 9-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Blue Ridge Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5150 School Road
New Milford, PA 18834
(570) 465-3177
New Milford, PA 18834
(570) 465-3177
Gr: 6-8 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18834, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18834, PA include Blue Ridge Elementary School, Blue Ridge High School and Blue Ridge Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 18834?
3 public schools are located in 18834.
What percentage of students in 18834 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 18834 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18834?
18834 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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