For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 373 students in 17048, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 17048, PA is Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 17048 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 17048, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17048, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5668 State Route 209
Lykens, PA 17048
(717) 362-4511
Lykens, PA 17048
(717) 362-4511
Gr: PK-4 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 17048, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 17048, PA include Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 17048?
1 public preschools are located in 17048.
What is the racial composition of students in 17048?
17048 public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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