For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 773 students in 18848, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 18848, PA is Towanda Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18848 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18848, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18848, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Towanda Area Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
420 State St
Towanda, PA 18848
(570) 265-6131
Towanda, PA 18848
(570) 265-6131
Gr: 3-6 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
101 North Fourth Street
Towanda, PA 18848
(570) 265-4991
Towanda, PA 18848
(570) 265-4991
Gr: PK-2 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 18848, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18848, PA include Towanda Area Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18848?
2 public elementary schools are located in 18848.
What is the racial composition of students in 18848?
18848 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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