Best 17042 Pennsylvania Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,917 students in 17042, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17042, PA is Cedar Crest Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17042 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17042, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 17042, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar Crest Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
101 E Evergreen Rd
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 272-2032
Gr: 6-8 | 1,224 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
1100 South 8th Street
Lebanon, PA 17042
(717) 273-9391
Gr: 7-8 | 693 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17042, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17042, PA include Cedar Crest Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17042?
2 public middle schools are located in 17042.
What is the racial composition of students in 17042?
17042 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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