For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 838 students in 18840, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 123 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 18840, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 18840, PA are Snyder Elementary School and Sayre Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18840 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18840, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18840, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Snyder Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
130 Cedar St
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-7742
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-7742
Grades: PK-6
| 444 students
Rank: #22.
Sayre Area High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
331 W Lockhart St
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-6622
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-6622
Grades: 7-12
| 394 students
18840, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Intersection Of State Route 10
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-7198
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-7198
Grades: K-4
| 88 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18840, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18840, PA include Snyder Elementary School and Sayre Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 18840?
2 public schools are located in 18840.
What percentage of students in 18840 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 18840 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18840?
18840 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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