For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,747 students in 17537, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17537, PA are Hans Herr Elementary School, Martin Meylin Middle School and Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17537 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17537, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 17537, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hans Herr Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: 3-5 | 611 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Martin Meylin Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: 6-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: 9-12 | 890 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: 1-2 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
1740 Pioneer Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: K | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17537, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17537, PA include Hans Herr Elementary School, Martin Meylin Middle School and Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17537?
5 public schools are located in 17537.
What is the racial composition of students in 17537?
17537 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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