For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,633 students in 17842, PA (there are , serving 35 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 17842, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17842, PA are Midd-west High School, Middleburg Elementary School and Midd-west Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17842 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17842, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17842, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midd-west High School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
540 E Main St
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Grades: 8-12
| 769 students
Rank: #22.
Middleburg Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Wagenseller St
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Grades: K-5
| 562 students
Rank: #33.
Midd-west Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
10 Dock Hill Road
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Middleburg, PA 17842
(570) 837-0046
Grades: 6-7
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17842, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17842, PA include Midd-west High School, Middleburg Elementary School and Midd-west Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17842?
3 public schools are located in 17842.
What percentage of students in 17842 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 17842 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17842?
17842 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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