For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 599 students in 18504, PA.
The top ranked public preschools in 18504, PA are Frances Willard #32 and Charles Sumner #18. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 18504 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 18504, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18504, PA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Frances Willard #32
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Eynon St
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3692
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3692
Grades: PK-4
| 352 students
Rank: #22.
Charles Sumner #18
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
North Sumner Ave & Swetland St
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3688
Scranton, PA 18504
(570) 348-3688
Grades: PK-4
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 18504, PA?
The top ranked public preschools in 18504, PA include Frances Willard #32 and Charles Sumner #18.
How many public preschools are located in 18504?
2 public preschools are located in 18504.
What is the racial composition of students in 18504?
18504 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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