Best Public Schools in Zip Code 18428


Summary:

The 18428 zip code area is home to 4 schools in the Wallenpaupack Area School District, including 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. Overall, the district is performing at an average level compared to other districts in Pennsylvania, but there are some standout schools within the district.

Wallenpaupack North Intrmd School is an exceptional elementary school, with significantly above-average test scores in English Language Arts, Math, and Science. The school serves a population with greater economic need, with 62.85% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch. In contrast, Wallenpaupack Area High School has seen a notable improvement in its statewide ranking, moving from 46th out of 634 Pennsylvania high schools in 2021-2022 to 244th out of 686 in 2023-2024, and its Keystone Exam scores are also strong.

Across the district, student-teacher ratios are relatively low, ranging from 9.3 to 11.9 students per teacher, which could be a positive factor in the schools' ability to provide personalized attention and support to students. However, the high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 58.7% to 62.85%, suggests the district serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may be an important factor to consider when analyzing the schools' performance and resource needs.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Pennsylvania Department of Education.

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