For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 855 students in 17801, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 17801, PA is Shikellamy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 17801 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17801, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17801 have a Graduation Rate of 77%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shikellamy High School, with 77% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17801, PA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shikellamy High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
600 Walnut Street
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-3713
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-3713
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
17801, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 Arch St
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-3725
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-3725
Gr: K-5 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
115 Fairmount Ave
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-3736
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-3736
Gr: 6-8 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17801, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17801, PA include Shikellamy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17801?
1 public high schools are located in 17801.
What is the racial composition of students in 17801?
17801 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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