For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,783 students in 17044, PA.
The top ranked public high schools in 17044, PA are Mifflin Co High School, Mifflin County Academy Of Science And Technology and Mifflin Co Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 17044 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17044, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17044 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mifflin Co High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17044, PA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mifflin Co High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Sixth Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-0240
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-0240
Gr: 10-12 | 1,066 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Mifflin County Academy Of Science And Technology
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Pitt Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #33.
Mifflin Co Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Cedar Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Gr: 8-9 | 716 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
17044, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Franklin Avenue
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0179
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0179
Gr: K-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
490 6th St
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0145
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0145
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
700 Cedar St
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Gr: 9-12 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
2 Manor Dr
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Gr: 9-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
212 Green Ave
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Mifflin-juniata Ctc High School (Closed 2016)
Vocational School
700 Pitt Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Gr: 9-12
25 East Susquehanna Avenue
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5072
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5072
Gr: K-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 17044, PA?
The top ranked public high schools in 17044, PA include Mifflin Co High School, Mifflin County Academy Of Science And Technology and Mifflin Co Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17044?
3 public high schools are located in 17044.
What is the racial composition of students in 17044?
17044 public high schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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