For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,655 students in 17103, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 17103, PA are Harrisburg High School and Cougar Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 17103 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17103, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17103 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cougar Academy, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17103, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harrisburg High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2451 Market St
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4300
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,333 students
Rank: #22.
Cougar Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 State St
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4325
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4325
Grades: K-12
| 322 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 17103, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 17103, PA include Harrisburg High School and Cougar Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 17103?
2 public high schools are located in 17103.
What is the racial composition of students in 17103?
17103 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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