For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,179 students in 17701, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 546 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 17701, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17701, PA are Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, Williamsport Area Sr. High School and Loyalsock Twp Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17701 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17701, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17701, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1801 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-3581
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-3581
Grades: 9-12
| 461 students
Rank: #22.
Williamsport Area Sr. High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2990 W 4th St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-8411
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-8411
Grades: 9-12
| 1,492 students
Rank: #33.
Loyalsock Twp Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Grades: 6-8
| 344 students
Rank: #44.
Jackson Primary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2500 Newberry St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1992
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1992
Grades: K-3
| 549 students
Rank: #55.
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Hays Lane
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 601-3900
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 601-3900
Grades: 4-6
| 564 students
Rank: #66.
Cochran Primary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Cherry St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-9731
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-9731
Grades: K-3
| 534 students
Rank: #77.
Williamsport Area Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2800 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Grades: 7-8
| 696 students
Rank: #88.
Curtin Intrmd School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
85 Eldred St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4785
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4785
Grades: 4-6
| 539 students
17701, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Clayton & Sheridan
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-2641
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-2641
Grades: K-3
| 173 students
2800 West 4th St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
136 Grimesville Rd
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-3786
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-3786
Grades: K-5
| 286 students
915 Sheridan St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7851
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7851
Grades: K-5
| 272 students
1150 Louisa St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7853
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7853
Grades: K-3
| 257 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17701, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17701, PA include Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, Williamsport Area Sr. High School and Loyalsock Twp Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17701?
8 public schools are located in 17701.
What percentage of students in 17701 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 17701 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17701?
17701 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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