For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 918 students in 18706, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18706, PA are Lee Park Elementary School and Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18706 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18706, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18706, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lee Park Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
99 Lee Park Ave
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 824-4741
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 824-4741
Gr: 3-4 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
80 W Saint Marys Rd
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 822-5102
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 822-5102
Gr: 5-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
561 Main Rd
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 824-3941
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 824-3941
Gr: 1-2 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
18706, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 18706, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18706, PA include Lee Park Elementary School and Hanover Area Memorial Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18706?
3 public elementary schools are located in 18706.
What is the racial composition of students in 18706?
18706 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).