For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,383 students in 18512, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 593 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 18512, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18512, PA are Dunmore El Center, Mid Valley Secondary Center and Mid Valley El Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18512 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18512, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18512, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dunmore El Center
(Math: 38% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Warren St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 347-6794
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 347-6794
Grades: K-6
| 790 students
Rank: #22.
Mid Valley Secondary Center
(Math: 27% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Grades: 7-12
| 882 students
Rank: #33.
Mid Valley El Center
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-3241
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-3241
Grades: K-6
| 1,043 students
Rank: #44.
Dunmore Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Warren St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Grades: 7-12
| 668 students
18512, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 W Warren St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Grades: 9-12
| 471 students
300 West Warren Street
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Grades: 7-8
| 261 students
52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2180
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2180
Grades: 9-12
| 512 students
52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Grades: 6-8
| 266 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18512, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18512, PA include Dunmore El Center, Mid Valley Secondary Center and Mid Valley El Center.
How many public schools are located in 18512?
4 public schools are located in 18512.
What percentage of students in 18512 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 18512 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18512?
18512 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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