For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,092 students in 18640, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 18640, PA is Pittston Area Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 18640 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 18640, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 18640 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pittston Area Sr. High School, with 93% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18640, PA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pittston Area Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5 Stout Street Yatesville
Pittston, PA 18640
(570) 654-2415
Pittston, PA 18640
(570) 654-2415
Gr: 9-12 | 1,055 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
701 Sathers Dr
Pittston, PA 18640
(570) 718-4611
Pittston, PA 18640
(570) 718-4611
Gr: 7-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 18640, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 18640, PA include Pittston Area Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 18640?
2 public high schools are located in 18640.
What is the racial composition of students in 18640?
18640 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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