For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 614 students in 17038, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 72 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 17038, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17038, PA are Lickdale Elementary School and Jonestown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17038 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17038, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17038, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lickdale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
40 Fisher Avenue
Jonestown, PA 17038
(717) 865-4012
Jonestown, PA 17038
(717) 865-4012
Grades: 1-5
| 146 students
Rank: #22.
Jonestown Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
135 South King St
Jonestown, PA 17038
(717) 865-3193
Jonestown, PA 17038
(717) 865-3193
Grades: K-5
| 468 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17038, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17038, PA include Lickdale Elementary School and Jonestown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17038, PA?
2 public schools are located in 17038, PA.
What percentage of students in 17038, PA go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 17038, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17038, PA?
17038, PA public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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