For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 796 students in 17851, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 17851, PA is Mount Carmel Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 17851 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 17851, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17851, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Carmel Area Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
630 W 5th St
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Mount Carmel, PA 17851
(570) 339-1500
Gr: PK-6 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 17851, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 17851, PA include Mount Carmel Area Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 17851?
1 public preschools are located in 17851.
What is the racial composition of students in 17851?
17851 public preschools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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