For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 921 students in 17980, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 17980, PA are Williams Valley Elementary School and Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17980 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17980, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17980, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williams Valley Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10400 State Route 209
Tower City, PA 17980
(717) 647-2167
Tower City, PA 17980
(717) 647-2167
Grades: K-6
| 488 students
Rank: #22.
Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10330 State Route 209
Tower City, PA 17980
(717) 647-2167
Tower City, PA 17980
(717) 647-2167
Grades: 7-12
| 433 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17980, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17980, PA include Williams Valley Elementary School and Williams Valley Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17980?
2 public schools are located in 17980.
What is the racial composition of students in 17980?
17980 public schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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