For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 606 students in 17821, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17821, PA is Danville Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17821 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17821, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17821, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Danville Area Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
252 Northumberland St
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Gr: 6-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Danville Ctr Adolescent Female
Alternative School
13 Kirkbride Drive
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-4751
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-4751
Gr: 7-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
North Central Secure Trmnt Unt
Alternative School
210 Clinic Rd
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-4710
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-4710
Gr: 7-12 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
17821, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
401 East Front St
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Gr: PK-2 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
1605 Bloom Rd
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Gr: PK-2 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17821, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17821, PA include Danville Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17821?
3 public middle schools are located in 17821.
What is the racial composition of students in 17821?
17821 public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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