For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 785 students in 18847, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 18847, PA are Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School and Susquehanna Community Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18847 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18847, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18847, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3192 Turnpike St
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Gr: 7-12 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Susquehanna Community Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3192 Turnpike St
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 853-4921
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18847, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18847, PA include Susquehanna Community Jr. Sr. High School and Susquehanna Community Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18847?
2 public schools are located in 18847.
What is the racial composition of students in 18847?
18847 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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