For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,400 students in 17754, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 13 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 17754, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17754, PA are Lyter Elementary School, Montoursville Area Sr. High School and Donald E. Schick School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17754 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17754, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17754, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lyter Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
900 Spruce St
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-2614
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-2614
Gr: K-4 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Montoursville Area Sr. High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Mulberry St
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-2611
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-2611
Gr: 9-12 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Donald E. Schick School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2800 Four Mile Dr
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 326-3554
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 326-3554
Gr: PK-5 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
C E Mccall Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Willow St
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-2441
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 368-2441
Gr: 5-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #55.
Loyalsock Valley Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3790 Route 87 Highway
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 435-0446
Montoursville, PA 17754
(570) 435-0446
Gr: K-4 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17754, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17754, PA include Lyter Elementary School, Montoursville Area Sr. High School and Donald E. Schick School.
How many public schools are located in 17754?
5 public schools are located in 17754.
What percentage of students in 17754 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 17754 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17754?
17754 public schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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