For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,783 students in 18411, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 522 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 18411, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 18411, PA are Newton-ransom El School, Abington Heights Middle School and Clarks Summit Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 18411 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 18411, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18411, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newton-ransom El School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1549 Newton Ransom Boulevard
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-8300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-8300
Gr: K-4 | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Abington Heights Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1555 Newton Ransom Blvd
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-4300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-4300
Gr: 5-8 | 1,073 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Clarks Summit Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
401 W Grove St
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-7300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-7300
Gr: K-4 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #44.
Abington Heights High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
222 Noble Road
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-5300
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
(570) 585-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,115 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 18411, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 18411, PA include Newton-ransom El School, Abington Heights Middle School and Clarks Summit Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 18411?
4 public schools are located in 18411.
What percentage of students in 18411 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 18411 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 18411?
18411 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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