For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,308 students in 18301, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18301, PA are East Stroudsburg Elementary School, Smithfield Elementary School and J M Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 18301 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 18301, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 18301, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Stroudsburg Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
93 Independence Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-1905
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-1905
Gr: K-5 | 603 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Smithfield Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
245 River Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-2841
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 421-2841
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
J M Hill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
151 E Broad St
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8073
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8073
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #44.
J T Lambert Intermediate School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Milford Rd
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8430
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 424-8430
Gr: 6-8 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 18301, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 18301, PA include East Stroudsburg Elementary School, Smithfield Elementary School and J M Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 18301?
4 public elementary schools are located in 18301.
What is the racial composition of students in 18301?
18301 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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