For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 561 students in 17961, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17961, PA is Blue Mountain Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17961 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17961, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17961, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Mountain Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
685 Red Dale Rd
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-0546
Orwigsburg, PA 17961
(570) 366-0546
Gr: 6-8 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17961, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17961, PA include Blue Mountain Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17961?
1 public middle schools are located in 17961.
What is the racial composition of students in 17961?
17961 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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