For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 725 students in 18517, PA.
The top ranked public high school in 18517, PA is Riverside Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 18517 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 18517, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 18517 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Riverside Jr. Sr. High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18517, PA Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Riverside Jr. Sr. High School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
310 Davis St
Taylor, PA 18517
(570) 562-2121
Taylor, PA 18517
(570) 562-2121
Grades: 7-12
| 725 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 18517, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 18517, PA include Riverside Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 18517?
1 public high schools are located in 18517.
What is the racial composition of students in 18517?
18517 public high schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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