For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 375 students in 17560, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 52 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 17560, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 17560, PA is Providence Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17560 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17560, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17560, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Providence Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
137 Truce Rd
New Providence, PA 17560
(717) 786-3582
New Providence, PA 17560
(717) 786-3582
Gr: K-5 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17560, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17560, PA include Providence Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17560?
1 public schools are located in 17560.
What percentage of students in 17560 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 17560 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17560?
17560 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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