For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,162 students in 17036, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 260 private students). 89% 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 56% 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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17036, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lower Dauphin High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 S Hanover St
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5330
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,057 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Nye Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 S John St
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-0300
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-0300
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Lower Dauphin Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
251 Quarry Rd
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5310
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Price
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 East High Street
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5325
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5325
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17036, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17036, PA include Lower Dauphin High School, Nye Elementary School and Lower Dauphin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17036?
4 public schools are located in 17036.
What percentage of students in 17036 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 17036 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17036?
17036 public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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