For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 284 students in 17320, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17320, PA is Fairfield Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17320 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17320, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17320, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Area Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4840 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Gr: 5-8 | 284 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17320, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17320, PA include Fairfield Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17320?
1 public middle schools are located in 17320.
What is the racial composition of students in 17320?
17320 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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