For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,555 students in 18603, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 300 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 18603, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18603, PA are East Berwick Elementary School, Berwick Area Middle School and West Berwick Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18603 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18603, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18603, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
810 East Tenth Street
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Gr: K-4 | 539 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Berwick Area Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Evergreen Drive
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Gr: 5-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
West Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
809 Sycamore St
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Gr: K-4 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Berwick Area High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Fowler Ave
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 692 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18603, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18603, PA include East Berwick Elementary School, Berwick Area Middle School and West Berwick Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18603?
4 public schools are located in 18603.
What percentage of students in 18603 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 18603 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18603?
18603 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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