For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 824 students in 18840, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 138 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 18840, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18840, PA are Snyder Elementary School and Sayre Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18840 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18840, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18840, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Snyder Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
130 Cedar St
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-7742
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-7742
Gr: PK-6 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Sayre Area High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
331 W Lockhart St
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-6622
Sayre, PA 18840
(570) 888-6622
Gr: 7-12 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18840, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18840, PA include Snyder Elementary School and Sayre Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 18840?
2 public schools are located in 18840.
What percentage of students in 18840 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 18840 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18840?
18840 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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