For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,098 students in 17702, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 17702, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17702, PA are Central Elementary School, Rommelt Elementary School and South Williamsport Area Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17702 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17702, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17702, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
555 W Mountain Ave
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 323-3694
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 323-3694
Grades: K-4
| 426 students
Rank: #22.
Rommelt Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
515 West Central Avenue
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 320-4470
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 320-4470
Grades: 5-6
| 192 students
Rank: #33.
South Williamsport Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Percy St
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 326-2684
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 326-2684
Grades: 7-12
| 480 students
17702, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7190 South Route 44 Hwy
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 745-7111
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 745-7111
Grades: K-5
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17702, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17702, PA include Central Elementary School, Rommelt Elementary School and South Williamsport Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17702?
3 public schools are located in 17702.
What percentage of students in 17702 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 17702 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17702?
17702 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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