For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 321 students in 17540, PA (there are 5 private schools, serving 532 private students). 38% of all K-12 students in 17540, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 17540, PA is Leola Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17540 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17540, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17540, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Leola Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11 School Dr
Leola, PA 17540
(717) 656-2068
Leola, PA 17540
(717) 656-2068
Gr: K-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17540, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17540, PA include Leola Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17540?
1 public schools are located in 17540.
What percentage of students in 17540 go to public school?
38% of all K-12 students in 17540 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17540?
17540 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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