For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,118 students in 17701, PA (there are 7 private schools, serving 552 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 17701, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17701, PA are Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, Loyalsock Twp Middle School and Williamsport Area Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17701 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17701, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17701, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1801 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-3581
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 326-3581
Gr: 9-12 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Loyalsock Twp Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Gr: 6-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Williamsport Area Sr. High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2990 W 4th St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-8411
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-8411
Gr: 9-12 | 1,462 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Jackson Primary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Newberry St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1992
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-1992
Gr: K-3 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #55.
Lycoming Valley Intrmd School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1825 Hays Lane
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 601-3900
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 601-3900
Gr: 4-6 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Williamsport Area Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2800 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Gr: 7-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #77.
Curtin Intrmd School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
85 Eldred St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4785
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-4785
Gr: 4-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Cochran Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Cherry St
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-9731
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 322-9731
Gr: K-3 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17701, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17701, PA include Loyalsock Twp Sr. High School, Loyalsock Twp Middle School and Williamsport Area Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17701?
8 public schools are located in 17701.
What percentage of students in 17701 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 17701 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17701?
17701 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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