For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,403 students in 17972, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17972, PA are Schuylkill Haven El Center, Blue Mountain High School and Schuylkill Haven Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17972 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17972, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17972, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Schuylkill Haven El Center
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
701 East Main Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6731
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6731
Gr: K-4 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Blue Mountain High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1076 W Market St
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 366-0511
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 366-0511
Gr: 9-12 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Schuylkill Haven Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 Haven Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6708
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6708
Gr: 5-7 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Schuylkill Haven Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
501 East Main Street
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6717
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 385-6717
Gr: 8-12 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
20 North Front St
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 739-4461
Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972
(570) 739-4461
Gr: K-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17972, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17972, PA include Schuylkill Haven El Center, Blue Mountain High School and Schuylkill Haven Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17972?
5 public schools are located in 17972.
What is the racial composition of students in 17972?
17972 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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