For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 113 students in 17814, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17814, PA is Benton Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17814 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17814, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17814, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benton Area Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
400 Park St
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Gr: 7-8 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
17814, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
400 Park Street
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Benton, PA 17814
(570) 925-2651
Gr: 7-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17814, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17814, PA include Benton Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17814?
1 public middle schools are located in 17814.
What is the racial composition of students in 17814?
17814 public middle schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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