For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 510 students in 18518, PA.
The top ranked public elementary school in 18518, PA is Old Forge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 18518 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18518, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18518, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Old Forge Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
401 Melmore St
Old Forge, PA 18518
(570) 457-8391
Old Forge, PA 18518
(570) 457-8391
Gr: K-6 | 510 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 18518, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 18518, PA include Old Forge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18518?
1 public elementary schools are located in 18518.
What is the racial composition of students in 18518?
18518 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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