For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 864 students in 17842, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17842, PA are Middleburg Elementary School and Midd-west Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17842 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17842, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17842, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middleburg Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Wagenseller St
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Gr: K-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Midd-west Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10 Dock Hill Road
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Gr: 6-7 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17842, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17842, PA include Middleburg Elementary School and Midd-west Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17842?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17842.
What is the racial composition of students in 17842?
17842 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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