Best 17018 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 261 students in 17018, PA.
The top-ranked public school in 17018, PA is Middle Paxton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17018 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17018, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 17018, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Middle Paxton Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
931 Peters Mountain Rd
Dauphin, PA 17018
(717) 265-7920
Gr: K-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 17018, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17018, PA include Middle Paxton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17018?
1 public schools are located in 17018.
What is the racial composition of students in 17018?
17018 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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