For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,494 students in 18643, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 228 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 18643, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18643, PA are Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center, Wyoming Area Intermediate Center and Wyoming Area Sec Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18643 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18643, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18643, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 Penn Ave
Pittston, PA 18643
(570) 655-2146
Pittston, PA 18643
(570) 655-2146
Gr: K | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Wyoming Area Intermediate Center
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Montgomery Avenue
Pittston, PA 18643
(570) 654-1404
Pittston, PA 18643
(570) 654-1404
Gr: 4-6 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Wyoming Area Sec Center
(Math: 11% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
252 Memorial St
Pittston, PA 18643
(570) 655-2836
Pittston, PA 18643
(570) 655-2836
Gr: 7-12 | 929 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18643, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18643, PA include Wyoming Area Kindergarten Center, Wyoming Area Intermediate Center and Wyoming Area Sec Center.
How many public schools are located in 18643?
3 public schools are located in 18643.
What percentage of students in 18643 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 18643 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18643?
18643 public schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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