For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 522 students in 17104, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 17104, PA is Foose School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 17104 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 8% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 17104, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17104, PA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Foose School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Sycamore St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1280
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1280
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
17104, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1842 Derry St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-4500
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-4500
Gr: K-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
301 Hale Ave
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1400
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1400
Gr: PK-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Shimmell School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
548 South 17th St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1520
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1520
Gr: 2-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 17104, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 17104, PA include Foose School.
How many public preschools are located in 17104?
1 public preschools are located in 17104.
What is the racial composition of students in 17104?
17104 public preschools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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