Best 17036 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,259 students in 17036, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 260 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 17036, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).

The top-ranked public schools in 17036, PA are Lower Dauphin High School, Nye Elementary School and Lower Dauphin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 17036 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17036, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.

Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).