For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 693 students in 18517, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 18517, PA is Riverside Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 18517 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18517, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18517, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Davis St
Taylor, PA 18517
(570) 562-2121
Taylor, PA 18517
(570) 562-2121
Gr: 7-12 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 18517, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18517, PA include Riverside Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 18517?
1 public middle schools are located in 18517.
What is the racial composition of students in 18517?
18517 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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