For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 344 students in 17856, PA.
The top ranked public school in 17856, PA is White Deer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17856 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17856, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17856, PA 九游体育s (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
White Deer Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
631 New Columbia Rd
New Columbia, PA 17856
(570) 742-7614
New Columbia, PA 17856
(570) 742-7614
Grades: K-5
| 344 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17856, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17856, PA include White Deer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17856?
1 public schools are located in 17856.
What is the racial composition of students in 17856?
17856 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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