For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 2,059 students in 17921, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 17921, PA are North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School and North Schuylkill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17921 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17921, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17921, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
15 Academy Lane Route 61
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-0495
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-0495
Grades: 7-12
| 993 students
Rank: #22.
North Schuylkill Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
38 Line St
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-3661
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 874-3661
Grades: K-6
| 1,066 students
17921, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1 Broad St
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 875-4858
Ashland, PA 17921
(570) 875-4858
Grades: K-6
| 454 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17921, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17921, PA include North Schuylkill Jr. Sr. High School and North Schuylkill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17921?
2 public schools are located in 17921.
What is the racial composition of students in 17921?
17921 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Recent Articles
Understanding Self-Contained Classrooms in Public Schools
Learn about the history of public schools incorporating self-contained classrooms, and whether they are right for your child.
Can Naviance Succeed Improve College and Career Readiness?
Learn about a new student assessment system, Naviance Succeed, which provides tools and support to increase student college and career readiness. A number of school districts are using the tool this year in hopes of improving student performance through more accurate assessment process than are currently available.
Do You Need After School Day Care? Public Schools May Be the Solution
Learn about how your child's public school may be the best source of after school and vacation day care.