For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,256 students in 17972, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 17972, PA are Blue Mountain High School and Schuylkill Haven Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 17972 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17972, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17972 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Blue Mountain High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17972, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blue Mountain High School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1076 W Market St
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 366-0511
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 366-0511
Grades: 9-12
| 815 students
Rank: #22.
Schuylkill Haven Sr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 East Main Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6717
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6717
Grades: 8-12
| 441 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 17972, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 17972, PA include Blue Mountain High School and Schuylkill Haven Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17972?
2 public high schools are located in 17972.
What is the racial composition of students in 17972?
17972 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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