For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,581 students in 17847, PA (there are , serving 426 private students). 79% of all K-12 students in 17847, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17847, PA are James F Baugher Elementary School, Milton Area Middle School and Milton High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17847 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17847, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17847, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James F Baugher Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
60 Brenda Rovenolt Circle
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Gr: K-4 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Milton Area Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 Mahoning St
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Gr: 6-8 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Milton High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Mahoning St
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Milton, PA 17847
(570) 742-7614
Gr: 9-12 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17847, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17847, PA include James F Baugher Elementary School, Milton Area Middle School and Milton High School.
How many public schools are located in 17847?
3 public schools are located in 17847.
What percentage of students in 17847 go to public school?
79% of all K-12 students in 17847 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17847?
17847 public schools minority enrollment is 19% 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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