For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 785 students in 18847, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 18847, PA are Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School and Susquehanna Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18847 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18847, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18847, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3192 Turnpike St
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Grades: 7-12
| 339 students
Rank: #22.
Susquehanna Community Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3192 Turnpike St
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Grades: PK-6
| 446 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18847, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18847, PA include Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School and Susquehanna Community Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18847?
2 public schools are located in 18847.
What is the racial composition of students in 18847?
18847 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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