For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,235 students in 17042, PA.
The top ranked public middle school in 17042, PA is Cedar Crest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17042 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17042, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17042, PA Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Crest Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 E Evergreen Rd
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 272-2032
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 272-2032
Gr: 6-8 | 1,235 student Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 17042, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 17042, PA include Cedar Crest Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17042?
1 public middle schools are located in 17042.
What is the racial composition of students in 17042?
17042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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