For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,770 students in Pottsville, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 465 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in Pottsville, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pottsville, PA are Clarke El Center, Pottsville Area High School and Minersville Area El Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pottsville, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Pottsville have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Pottsville, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clarke El Center
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 North 16th St
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2945
Gr: K-4 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Pottsville Area High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16th Street & Elk Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2960
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2960
Gr: 9-12 | 976 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
Minersville Area El Center
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
North Fifth Street
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 544-1400
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 544-1400
Gr: 1-6 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Lengel Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1541 Laurel Blvd
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 621-2923
Gr: 5-8 | 720 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #55.
Minersville Area Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
40 High School Lane
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 544-1400
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 544-1400
Gr: 7-12 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #66.
Gillingham Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 Howard Avenue
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Pottsville, PA 17901
(570) 955-3830
Gr: K-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pottsville, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Pottsville, PA include Clarke El Center, Pottsville Area High School and Minersville Area El Center.
How many public schools are located in Pottsville?
6 public schools are located in Pottsville.
What percentage of students in Pottsville go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in Pottsville are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pottsville?
Pottsville public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Pottsville are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pottsville include: Lengel Middle School vs. Clarke El Center, Clarke El Center vs. Gillingham Charter School, Gillingham Charter School vs. Pottsville Area High School
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