For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 972 students in 16901, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16901, PA are Rock L Butler Middle School and Don Gill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 16901 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 16901, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 16901, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock L Butler Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9 Nichols St
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-2306
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-2306
Gr: 5-8 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Don Gill Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Sherman St
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-1811
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-1811
Gr: 2-4 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: n/an/a
32 Meade St
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-1941
Wellsboro, PA 16901
(570) 724-1941
Gr: K-1 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 16901, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 16901, PA include Rock L Butler Middle School and Don Gill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 16901?
3 public elementary schools are located in 16901.
What is the racial composition of students in 16901?
16901 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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