For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,473 students in 18603, PA (there are , 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 Berwick Area High School, Salem Elementary School and Berwick Area Middle 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 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 55% 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18603, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Berwick Area High School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1100 Fowler Ave
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 721 students
Rank: #22.
Salem Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Grades: K-4
| 384 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Berwick Area Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Evergreen Drive
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Grades: 5-8
| 878 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
West Berwick Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
809 Sycamore St
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6400
Grades: K-4
| 490 students
18603, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1401 N Market St
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6430
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6430
Grades: PK-5
| 229 students
845 Orange St
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6422
Berwick, PA 18603
(570) 759-6422
Grades: K-5
| 467 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 18603, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 18603, PA include Berwick Area High School, Salem Elementary School and Berwick Area Middle 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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