For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,194 students in 17961, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 17961, PA are Blue Mountain El East School and Blue Mountain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17961 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17961, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17961, PA 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Mountain El East School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
675 Red Dale Rd
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-1065
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-1065
Gr: K-5 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Blue Mountain Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
685 Red Dale Rd
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-0546
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-0546
Gr: 6-8 | 571 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17961, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17961, PA include Blue Mountain El East School and Blue Mountain Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17961?
2 public schools are located in 17961.
What is the racial composition of students in 17961?
17961 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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