For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 618 students in 17702, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17702, PA are Central Elementary School and Rommelt Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17702 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17702, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17702, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 W Mountain Ave
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 323-3694
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 323-3694
Gr: K-4 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Rommelt Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
515 West Central Avenue
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 320-4470
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 320-4470
Gr: 5-6 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
17702, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7190 South Route 44 Hwy
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 745-7111
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 745-7111
Gr: K-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17702, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17702, PA include Central Elementary School and Rommelt Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17702?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17702.
What is the racial composition of students in 17702?
17702 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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