For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,913 students in 18510, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 216 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 18510, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18510, PA are Scranton High School, 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 schools in zipcode 18510 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18510, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18510, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Scranton High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
63 Munchak Way
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3481
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3481
Gr: 7-12 | 1,815 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: K-4 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #33.
Northeast Intrmd School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
721 Adams Ave
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3651
Scranton, PA 18510
(570) 348-3651
Gr: 5-8 | 894 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18510, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18510, PA include Scranton High School, William Prescott #38 and Northeast Intrmd School.
How many public schools are located in 18510?
3 public schools are located in 18510.
What percentage of students in 18510 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 18510 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18510?
18510 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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