For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,764 students in 18707, PA (there are , serving 318 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 18707, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18707, PA are Rice Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School and Crestwood Secondary Campus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18707 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18707, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18707, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rice Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3700 Church Road
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 868-3161
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 868-3161
Gr: K-6 | 752 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
117 Spruce Street
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-5942
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-5942
Gr: K-6 | 631 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Crestwood Secondary Campus
(Math: 43% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
281 S Mountain Blvd
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-6782
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-6782
Gr: 7-12 | 1,381 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
18707, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
281 S Mountain Blvd
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-6782
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-6782
Gr: 9-12 | 889 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
281 S Mountain Blvd
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-6782
Mountain Top, PA 18707
(570) 474-6782
Gr: 7-8 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18707, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18707, PA include Rice Elementary School, Fairview Elementary School and Crestwood Secondary Campus.
How many public schools are located in 18707?
3 public schools are located in 18707.
What percentage of students in 18707 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 18707 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18707?
18707 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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