For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,728 students in 17901, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 489 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 17901, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17901, PA are Clarke El Center, Pottsville Area High School and Lengel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17901 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17901, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17901, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarke El Center
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 North 16th St
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Gr: K-4 | 845 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Pottsville Area High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16th Street & Elk Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2960
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2960
Gr: 9-12 | 951 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Lengel Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1541 Laurel Blvd
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Gr: 5-8 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #44.
Gillingham Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 Howard Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Gr: K-12 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17901, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17901, PA include Clarke El Center, Pottsville Area High School and Lengel Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17901?
4 public schools are located in 17901.
What percentage of students in 17901 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 17901 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17901?
17901 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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