For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 233 students in 17901, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 17901, PA is Gillingham Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 17901 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 17901, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 17901, PA Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 17901, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 17901, PA include Gillingham Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 17901?
1 public charter schools are located in 17901.
What is the racial composition of students in 17901?
17901 public charter schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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