For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,182 students in 18505, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18505, PA are Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School and South Scranton Intrmd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 18505 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18505, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18505, PA Public Middle 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.
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%
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 middle schools in 18505, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18505, PA include Howard Gardner Multiple Intelligence Charter School and South Scranton Intrmd School.
How many public middle schools are located in 18505?
2 public middle schools are located in 18505.
What is the racial composition of students in 18505?
18505 public middle schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.