For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,021 students in 18202, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18202, PA are West Hazleton El/ms and Maple Manor El/ms. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 18202 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 18202, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18202, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hazleton El/ms
(Math: 9% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
325 North St
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3111
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3111
Gr: K-8 | 999 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Maple Manor El/ms
(Math: 8% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 W 22nd Street
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3221
Hazleton, PA 18202
(570) 459-3221
Gr: 3-8 | 1,022 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 18202, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 18202, PA include West Hazleton El/ms and Maple Manor El/ms.
How many public middle schools are located in 18202?
2 public middle schools are located in 18202.
What is the racial composition of students in 18202?
18202 public middle schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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