For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,144 students in 17740, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 70 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 17740, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17740, PA are Avis Elementary School, Jersey Shore Area Elementary School and Salladasburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17740 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17740, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17740, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Avis Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1088 Third St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 753-5220
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 753-5220
Grades: K-5
| 246 students
Rank: #22.
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Locust St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7120
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7120
Grades: K-5
| 499 students
Rank: #33.
Salladasburg Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3490 Route 287 Highway
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-2931
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-2931
Grades: K-5
| 229 students
Rank: #44.
Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
701 Cemetery St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7170
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7170
Grades: 9-12
| 686 students
Rank: #55.
Jersey Shore Area Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Thompson St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7400
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 484 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17740, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17740, PA include Avis Elementary School, Jersey Shore Area Elementary School and Salladasburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17740?
5 public schools are located in 17740.
What percentage of students in 17740 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 17740 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17740?
17740 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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