For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,246 students in 18505, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 83 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 18505, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18505, PA are Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School, John F. Kennedy #7 and Mcnichols Plaza. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18505 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18505, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18505, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1615 East Elm Street
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 941-4100
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 941-4100
Gr: K-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
John F. Kennedy #7
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
Prospect Ave & Saginaw St
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3673
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3673
Gr: K-4 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Mcnichols Plaza
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1111 S Irving Ave
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3685
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3685
Gr: K-4 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
South Scranton Intrmd School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
355 Maple St
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3631
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3631
Gr: 5-8 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
John G Whittier #2
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Orchard St
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3690
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3690
Gr: K-4 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
18505, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Hickory St
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3665
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3665
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Academy St And Hyde Park Ave
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3675
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 348-3675
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18505, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18505, PA include Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School, John F. Kennedy #7 and Mcnichols Plaza.
How many public schools are located in 18505?
5 public schools are located in 18505.
What percentage of students in 18505 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 18505 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18505?
18505 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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