For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 427 students in 18508, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 18508, PA is Neil Armstrong #40. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 18508 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18508, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18508, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Neil Armstrong #40
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
N Lincoln Ave & Clearview St
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3661
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3661
Gr: K-4 | 427 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
18508, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1002 Albright Ave
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3667
Scranton, PA 18508
(570) 348-3667
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 18508, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18508, PA include Neil Armstrong #40.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18508?
1 public elementary schools are located in 18508.
What is the racial composition of students in 18508?
18508 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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