For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,144 students in 17740, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17740, PA are Avis Elementary School, Jersey Shore Area Elementary School and Salladasburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17740 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17740, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17740, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Avis Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1088 Third St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 753-5220
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 753-5220
Gr: K-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Jersey Shore Area Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
601 Locust St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7120
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7120
Gr: K-5 | 499 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Salladasburg Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3490 Route 287 Highway
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-2931
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-2931
Gr: K-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #44.
Jersey Shore Area Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Thompson St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7400
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #55.
Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
701 Cemetery St
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7170
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
(570) 398-7170
Gr: 9-12 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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What are the top-ranked public schools in 17740, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17740, PA include Avis Elementary School, Jersey Shore Area Elementary School and Salladasburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17740?
5 public schools are located in 17740.
What is the racial composition of students in 17740?
17740 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).