For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,751 students in Pottsville, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pottsville, PA are Clarke El Center, Lengel Middle School and Gillingham Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pottsville, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in Pottsville have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Pottsville, PA (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Clarke El Center
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 North 16th St
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Grades: K-4
| 805 students
Rank: #22.
Lengel Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1541 Laurel Blvd
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Grades: 5-8
| 699 students
Rank: #33.
Gillingham Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 Howard Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Grades: K-12
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Pottsville, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Pottsville, PA include Clarke El Center, Lengel Middle School and Gillingham Charter School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Pottsville?
3 public elementary schools are located in Pottsville.
What is the racial composition of students in Pottsville?
Pottsville public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 41% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Pottsville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Pottsville include: Lengel Middle School vs. Clarke El Center, Clarke El Center vs. Gillingham Charter School, Clarke El Center vs. Lengel Middle School
Recent Articles
5 Tips for Helping Your Autistic Child Excel in Public Schools
Learn about five ways you can work with your child's public school, teachers, and special programs to help your autistic child succeed academically.
How Schools are Cutting More Costs in 2011
Budget cuts continue to cripple school districts across the country, forcing some schools to make major cuts creatively. Learn about the current situation and how some public schools are coping with the budget shortfalls.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.