For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,170 students in 17961, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17961, PA are Blue Mountain El East School and Blue Mountain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17961 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17961, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17961, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Mountain El East School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
675 Red Dale Rd
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-1065
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-1065
Gr: K-5 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Blue Mountain Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
685 Red Dale Rd
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-0546
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-0546
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17961, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17961, PA include Blue Mountain El East School and Blue Mountain Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17961?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17961.
What is the racial composition of students in 17961?
17961 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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