For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,529 students in 18504, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 18504, PA are Frances Willard #32, Charles Sumner #18 and West Scranton Intrmd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18504 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18504, 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 18504, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frances Willard #32
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Eynon St
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3692
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3692
Gr: PK-4 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Charles Sumner #18
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
North Sumner Ave & Swetland St
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3688
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3688
Gr: PK-4 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
West Scranton Intrmd School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 Fellows St
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3475
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3475
Gr: 5-8 | 820 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #44.
West Scranton High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Luzerne St
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3616
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3616
Gr: 9-12 | 1,404 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #55.
Isaac Tripp Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 North Everett Avenue
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3677
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3677
Gr: K-4 | 710 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18504, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18504, PA include Frances Willard #32, Charles Sumner #18 and West Scranton Intrmd School.
How many public schools are located in 18504?
5 public schools are located in 18504.
What is the racial composition of students in 18504?
18504 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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