Best Public Schools in Zip Code 17701

The 17701 zip code area is home to 8 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The data reveals that the Loyalsock Township Senior High School and Loyalsock Township Middle School stand out as top-performing schools in the area, consistently outperforming the Williamsport Area School District and the state averages on various metrics such as test scores, graduation rates, and free/reduced lunch rates.

In contrast, the Williamsport Area Senior High School has seen a decline in its performance, dropping from a 4-star rating to a 2-star rating and a significant drop in its statewide ranking. This decline is an area of concern that warrants further investigation. Additionally, the schools with higher percentages of free/reduced lunch recipients, such as the Williamsport Area elementary and intermediate schools, tend to have lower test scores and academic performance, highlighting the potential impact of socioeconomic factors on student achievement.

Overall, the data suggests that the Loyalsock Township School District is providing a higher-quality education compared to the Williamsport Area School District, with its schools consistently outperforming the district and state averages. However, the lack of statewide ranking data for some schools, such as Lycoming Valley Intermediate School and Curtin Intermediate School, makes it difficult to assess their relative performance compared to other schools in Pennsylvania.