For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 307 students in 17814, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 17814, PA is L R Appleman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 17814 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17814, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17814, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
L R Appleman Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
525 Park Street
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-6971
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-6971
Grades: K-6
| 307 students
17814, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
400 Park Street
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Grades: 7-12
| 277 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17814, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17814, PA include L R Appleman Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17814?
1 public elementary schools are located in 17814.
What is the racial composition of students in 17814?
17814 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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