For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 382 students in 17562, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 489 private students). 44% of all K-12 students in 17562, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 17562, PA is Paradise Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17562 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17562, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17562, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paradise Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 N Belmont Rd
Paradise, PA 17562
(717) 768-5560
Paradise, PA 17562
(717) 768-5560
Gr: K-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17562, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17562, PA include Paradise Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17562?
1 public schools are located in 17562.
What percentage of students in 17562 go to public school?
44% of all K-12 students in 17562 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17562?
17562 public schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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