For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,121 students in 17948, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17948, PA are Mahanoy Area Elementary School and Mahanoy Area Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17948 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17948, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17948, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mahanoy Area Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Golden Bear Dr
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Gr: K-6 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Mahanoy Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Golden Bear Dr
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Gr: 7-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
17948, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Golden Bear Dr
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Gr: 9-12 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
1 Golden Bear Dr
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Mahanoy City, PA 17948
(570) 773-3443
Gr: 5-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17948, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17948, PA include Mahanoy Area Elementary School and Mahanoy Area Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17948?
2 public schools are located in 17948.
What is the racial composition of students in 17948?
17948 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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