For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 291 students in Holtwood, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 110 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in Holtwood, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in Holtwood, PA is Martic Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Holtwood, PA public school have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Holtwood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Holtwood, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Martic Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
266 Martic Heights Dr
Holtwood, PA 17532
(717) 284-4128
Holtwood, PA 17532
(717) 284-4128
Gr: K-6 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Holtwood, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Holtwood, PA include Martic Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Holtwood?
1 public schools are located in Holtwood.
What percentage of students in Holtwood go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in Holtwood are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Holtwood?
Holtwood public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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