For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 488 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17980, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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