For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 741 students in 18705, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 18705, PA is Solomon/plains Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 18705 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18705, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18705, PA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Solomon/plains Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
43 Abbott St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
(570) 826-7224
Wilkes Barre, PA 18705
(570) 826-7224
Gr: 6-8 | 741 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 18705, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18705, PA include Solomon/plains Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 18705?
1 public middle schools are located in 18705.
What is the racial composition of students in 18705?
18705 public middle schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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