For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,059 students in 18844, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 18844, PA are Elk Lake Elementary School, Susquehanna County Career And Technology Center and Elk Lake Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18844 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18844, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, 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 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18844, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Lake Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2380 Elk Lake School Road
Springville, PA 18844
(570) 278-1106
Springville, PA 18844
(570) 278-1106
Gr: K-6 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Susquehanna County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2380 Elk Lake School Road
Springville, PA 18844
(570) 278-9229
Springville, PA 18844
(570) 278-9229
Gr: 9-12 | 6 students
Rank: #33.
Elk Lake Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2380 Elk Lake School Road
Springville, PA 18844
(570) 278-1106
Springville, PA 18844
(570) 278-1106
Gr: 7-12 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18844, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18844, PA include Elk Lake Elementary School, Susquehanna County Career And Technology Center and Elk Lake Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 18844?
3 public schools are located in 18844.
What is the racial composition of students in 18844?
18844 public schools minority enrollment is 10% 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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