For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 1,112 students in 17055, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17055, PA is Mechanicsburg Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17055 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17055, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17055, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mechanicsburg Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1750 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4560
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4560
Gr: 6-8 | 1,112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17055, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17055, PA include Mechanicsburg Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17055?
1 public middle schools are located in 17055.
What is the racial composition of students in 17055?
17055 public middle schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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