For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 497 students in 17980, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 17980, PA is Williams Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 17980 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17980, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17980, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williams Valley Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10400 State Route 209
Tower City, PA 17980
(717) 647-2167
Tower City, PA 17980
(717) 647-2167
Gr: K-6 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17980, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17980, PA include Williams Valley Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17980?
1 public elementary schools are located in 17980.
What is the racial composition of students in 17980?
17980 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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