For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,514 students in 17701, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17701, PA are Loyalsock Twp Middle School, Jackson Primary School and Lycoming Valley Intrmd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17701 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17701, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17701, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loyalsock Twp Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Gr: 6-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Jackson Primary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Newberry St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1992
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1992
Gr: K-3 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Hays Lane
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 601-3900
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 601-3900
Gr: 4-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Curtin Intrmd School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
85 Eldred St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4785
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4785
Gr: 4-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Cochran Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Cherry St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-9731
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-9731
Gr: K-3 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
17701, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Clayton & Sheridan
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-2641
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-2641
Gr: K-3 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
136 Grimesville Rd
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-3786
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-3786
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
915 Sheridan St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7851
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7851
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
1150 Louisa St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7853
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7853
Gr: K-3 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17701, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17701, PA include Loyalsock Twp Middle School, Jackson Primary School and Lycoming Valley Intrmd School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17701?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17701.
What is the racial composition of students in 17701?
17701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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