For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 200 students in 17509, PA (there are , serving 150 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 17509, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 17509, PA is Bart-colerain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17509 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17509, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17509, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bart-colerain Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1336 Noble Rd
Christiana, PA 17509
(717) 529-2181
Christiana, PA 17509
(717) 529-2181
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17509, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17509, PA include Bart-colerain Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17509?
1 public schools are located in 17509.
What percentage of students in 17509 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 17509 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17509?
17509 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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