For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 495 students in 17074, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 14 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 17074, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17074, PA are Newport High School and Newport Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17074 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17074, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17074, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Newport High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 Caroline Street
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Gr: 9-12 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Newport Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 Caroline Street
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
17074, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
559 North 5th St
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Gr: K-5 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Po Box 9
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Newport, PA 17074
(717) 567-3806
Gr: 7-12 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17074, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17074, PA include Newport High School and Newport Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17074?
2 public schools are located in 17074.
What percentage of students in 17074 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 17074 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17074?
17074 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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