For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 3,383 students in 18512, PA (there are , serving 593 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 18512, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18512, PA are Dunmore El Center, Mid Valley Secondary Center and Mid Valley El Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18512 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 18512, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18512, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dunmore El Center
(Math: 44% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Warren St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 347-6794
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 347-6794
Gr: K-6 | 790 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Mid Valley Secondary Center
(Math: 29% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Gr: 7-12 | 882 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Mid Valley El Center
(Math: 35% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
50 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-3241
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-3241
Gr: K-6 | 1,043 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Dunmore Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Warren St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Gr: 7-12 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
18512, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 W Warren St
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Gr: 9-12 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
300 West Warren Street
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 346-2043
Gr: 7-8 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2180
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2180
Gr: 9-12 | 512 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
52 Underwood Rd
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Scranton, PA 18512
(570) 307-2123
Gr: 6-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18512, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18512, PA include Dunmore El Center, Mid Valley Secondary Center and Mid Valley El Center.
How many public schools are located in 18512?
4 public schools are located in 18512.
What percentage of students in 18512 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 18512 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18512?
18512 public schools minority enrollment is 26% 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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