For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,155 students in 18510, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18510, PA are William Prescott #38 and Northeast Intrmd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18510 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18510, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18510, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
William Prescott #38
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Prescott Avenue & Myrtle St
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3683
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3683
Grades: K-4
| 232 students
Rank: #22.
Northeast Intrmd School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
721 Adams Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3651
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3651
Grades: 5-8
| 923 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 18510, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18510, PA include William Prescott #38 and Northeast Intrmd School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18510?
2 public elementary schools are located in 18510.
What is the racial composition of students in 18510?
18510 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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