For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 956 students in 18706, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 18706, PA is Hanover Area Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 18706 have an average math proficiency score of 10% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 18706, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 18706 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Hanover Area Jr. Sr. High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 18706, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
Hanover Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 Sans Souci Pkwy
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 831-2300
Wilkes Barre, PA 18706
(570) 831-2300
Gr: 7-12 | 956 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
18706, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 18706, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 18706, PA include Hanover Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 18706?
1 public high schools are located in 18706.
What is the racial composition of students in 18706?
18706 public high schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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