For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 761 students in 18421, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 18421, PA are Forest City Regional Elementary School and Forest City Regional High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18421 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18421, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18421, PA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Forest City Regional Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Susquehanna Street
Forest City, PA 18421
(570) 785-2410
Forest City, PA 18421
(570) 785-2410
Grades: PK-6
| 434 students
Rank: #22.
Forest City Regional High School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Susquehanna St
Forest City, PA 18421
(570) 785-2420
Forest City, PA 18421
(570) 785-2420
Grades: 7-12
| 327 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18421, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18421, PA include Forest City Regional Elementary School and Forest City Regional High School.
How many public schools are located in 18421?
2 public schools are located in 18421.
What is the racial composition of students in 18421?
18421 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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