Best 17018 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 289 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 56% 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 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (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 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

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 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Recent Articles

What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
What Rising E-Bike and Traffic Concerns Mean for School Commutes
Discover how rising e-bike use and increasing traffic are changing school commutes, and what parents should evaluate before choosing a public school.
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
School Safety Beyond Lockdowns: What Parents Should Review
Learn how to evaluate a public school's safety beyond lockdown drills, including school climate, emergency planning, mental health support, and communication.
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
How to Judge Special Education Capacity Before You Enroll
Learn how to evaluate a public school's special education capacity before enrolling your child, from staffing and IEP implementation to inclusion and support services.

Quick Links