For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 460 students in 17520, PA (there are , serving 34 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 17520, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 17520, PA is East Petersburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17520 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17520, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17520, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Petersburg Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5700 Lemon St
East Petersburg, PA 17520
(717) 569-1211
East Petersburg, PA 17520
(717) 569-1211
Grades: K-6
| 460 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17520, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17520, PA include East Petersburg Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17520?
1 public schools are located in 17520.
What percentage of students in 17520 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 17520 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17520?
17520 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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