Best 18509 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 389 students in 18509, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,399 private students). 22% of all K-12 students in 18509, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18509, PA are Robert Morris #27 and John Adams #4. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18509 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18509, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 18509, PA Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robert Morris #27
Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1824 Boulevard Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 348-3681
Grades: K-4
| 201 students
Rank: #22.
John Adams #4
Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
927 Capouse Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 348-3655
Grades: K-4
| 188 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 18509 Pennsylvania

18509, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1800 North Washington Ave
Scranton, PA 18509
(570) 963-4546
Grades: 2-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 18509, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18509, PA include Robert Morris #27 and John Adams #4.
How many public schools are located in 18509, PA?
2 public schools are located in 18509, PA.
What percentage of students in 18509, PA go to public school?
22% of all K-12 students in 18509, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18509, PA?
18509, PA public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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