For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,313 students in 17901, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17901, PA are Clarke El Center, Minersville Area El Center and Lengel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17901 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17901, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17901, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Minersville Area El Center
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
North Fifth Street
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 544-1400
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 544-1400
Gr: 1-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17901, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17901, PA include Clarke El Center, Minersville Area El Center and Lengel Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17901?
4 public elementary schools are located in 17901.
What is the racial composition of students in 17901?
17901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% 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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