For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 323 students in 17059, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17059, PA is Tuscarora Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17059 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17059, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17059, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tuscarora Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Old Route 22 East
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(717) 436-2165
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(717) 436-2165
Gr: 6-8 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
17059, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
75 South Seventh Street
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(717) 436-2111
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(717) 436-2111
Gr: K-5
7864 William Penn Highway
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(717) 436-6469
Mifflintown, PA 17059
(717) 436-6469
Gr: K-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17059, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17059, PA include Tuscarora Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17059?
1 public middle schools are located in 17059.
What is the racial composition of students in 17059?
17059 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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