Best 17320 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 882 students in 17320, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17320, PA are Fairfield Area Elementary School, Fairfield Area High School and Fairfield Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17320 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17320, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 17320, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Area Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4842 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Gr: K-4 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Fairfield Area High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4840 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Gr: 9-12 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Fairfield Area Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4840 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Gr: 5-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 17320, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17320, PA include Fairfield Area Elementary School, Fairfield Area High School and Fairfield Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17320?
3 public schools are located in 17320.
What is the racial composition of students in 17320?
17320 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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