For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 849 students in 17347, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 17347, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17347, PA are Mt Wolf Elementary School and Northeastern Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17347 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17347, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17347, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mt Wolf Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
590 Maple Street
Mount Wolf, PA 17347
(717) 266-6570
Mount Wolf, PA 17347
(717) 266-6570
Grades: K-3
| 212 students
Rank: #22.
Northeastern Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4855 Board Road
Mount Wolf, PA 17347
(717) 266-3676
Mount Wolf, PA 17347
(717) 266-3676
Grades: 7-8
| 637 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17347, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17347, PA include Mt Wolf Elementary School and Northeastern Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17347?
2 public schools are located in 17347.
What percentage of students in 17347 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 17347 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17347?
17347 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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