For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,384 students in 17972, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17972, PA are Blue Mountain West/st. Ambrose School, Schuylkill Haven El Center and Schuylkill Haven Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17972 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17972, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17972, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Mountain West/st. Ambrose School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 85-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
302 Randel St.
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 739-4461
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 739-4461
Gr: K-2 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Schuylkill Haven El Center
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 East Main Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6731
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6731
Gr: K-4 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Schuylkill Haven Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Haven Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6708
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6708
Gr: 5-7 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: n/an/a
20 North Front St
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 739-4461
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 739-4461
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17972, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17972, PA include Blue Mountain West/st. Ambrose School, Schuylkill Haven El Center and Schuylkill Haven Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17972?
4 public elementary schools are located in 17972.
What is the racial composition of students in 17972?
17972 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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