For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 4,459 students in 17601, PA (there are 11 private schools, serving 2,442 private students). 65% of all K-12 students in 17601, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17601, PA are Nitrauer School, Bucher School and Schaeffer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17601 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17601, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17601, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nitrauer School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
811 Ashbourne Ave
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-4239
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-4239
Grades: K-4
| 476 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Bucher School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
450 Candlewyck Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-4291
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-4291
Grades: K-4
| 396 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Schaeffer School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
875 Pleasure Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-6797
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-6797
Grades: K-4
| 310 students
Rank: #44.
Centerville Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5575
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5575
Grades: K-6
| 516 students
Rank: #55.
Brecht School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1250 Lititz Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 291-1733
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 291-1733
Grades: K-4
| 253 students
Rank: #66.
Conestoga Valley Sr. High School
(Math: 75% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2110 Horseshoe Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-5231
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-5231
Grades: 9-12
| 1,280 students
Rank: #77.
Centerville MiddleSchool
(Math: 43% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
865 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5580
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5580
Grades: 7-8
| 598 students
Rank: #88.
Fritz Elementary School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
845 Hornig Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-5246
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-5246
Grades: K-6
| 630 students
17601, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1202 Park City Ctr
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 295-2499
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 295-2499
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
School Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 519-1502
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 519-1502
Grades: 6
| 508 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17601, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17601, PA include Nitrauer School, Bucher School and Schaeffer School.
How many public schools are located in 17601, PA?
8 public schools are located in 17601, PA.
What percentage of students in 17601, PA go to public school?
65% of all K-12 students in 17601, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17601, PA?
17601, PA public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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