Best 17113 Pennsylvania Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,223 students in 17113, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17113, PA are Swatara Middle School and Steelton-highspire High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17113 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17113, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 17113, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Swatara Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1101 Highland St
Harrisburg, PA 17113
(717) 939-9363
Gr: 6-8 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Steelton-highspire High School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
250 Reynders Ave.
Harrisburg, PA 17113
(717) 704-3809
Gr: 7-12 | 612 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17113, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17113, PA include Swatara Middle School and Steelton-highspire High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17113?
2 public middle schools are located in 17113.
What is the racial composition of students in 17113?
17113 public middle schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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