For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,098 students in 17702, PA (there are , serving 46 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 17702, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17702, PA are Central Elementary School, Rommelt Elementary School and South Williamsport Area 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 17702 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17702, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17702, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
555 W Mountain Ave
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 323-3694
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 323-3694
Gr: K-4 | 426 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Rommelt Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
515 West Central Avenue
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 320-4470
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 320-4470
Gr: 5-6 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
South Williamsport Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Percy St
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 326-2684
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 326-2684
Gr: 7-12 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
17702, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7190 South Route 44 Hwy
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 745-7111
Williamsport, PA 17702
(570) 745-7111
Gr: K-5 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17702, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17702, PA include Central Elementary School, Rommelt Elementary School and South Williamsport Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17702?
3 public schools are located in 17702.
What percentage of students in 17702 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 17702 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17702?
17702 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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