For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,953 students in 17701, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 17701, PA are Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School and Williamsport Area Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 17701 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17701, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17701 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17701, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-3581
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-3581
Gr: 9-12 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Williamsport Area Sr. High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2990 W 4th St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-8411
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-8411
Gr: 9-12 | 1,492 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
17701, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Clayton & Sheridan
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-2641
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-2641
Gr: K-3 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
136 Grimesville Rd
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-3786
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-3786
Gr: K-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
915 Sheridan St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7851
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7851
Gr: K-5 | 272 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
1150 Louisa St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7853
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-7853
Gr: K-3 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17701, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17701, PA include Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School and Williamsport Area Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17701?
2 public high schools are located in 17701.
What is the racial composition of students in 17701?
17701 public high schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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