For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 788 students in 17036, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17036, PA are Lower Dauphin Middle School and Price. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17036 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17036, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17036, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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 middle schools in 17036, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17036, PA include Lower Dauphin Middle School and Price.
How many public middle schools are located in 17036?
2 public middle schools are located in 17036.
What is the racial composition of students in 17036?
17036 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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