For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 254 students in 17051, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 80 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 17051, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 17051, PA is Strodes Mills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17051 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17051, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17051, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Strodes Mills Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
185 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Mc Veytown, PA 17051
(717) 248-7154
Mc Veytown, PA 17051
(717) 248-7154
Gr: K-3 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
17051, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
205 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Mc Veytown, PA 17051
(717) 248-5488
Mc Veytown, PA 17051
(717) 248-5488
Gr: 6-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17051, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17051, PA include Strodes Mills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17051?
1 public schools are located in 17051.
What percentage of students in 17051 go to public school?
76% of all K-12 students in 17051 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17051?
17051 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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