For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 532 students in 17870, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17870, PA is Selinsgrove Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17870 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17870, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17870, PA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Selinsgrove Area Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
359 Seals Avenue
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2250
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
17870, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17870, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17870, PA include Selinsgrove Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17870?
1 public middle schools are located in 17870.
What is the racial composition of students in 17870?
17870 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% 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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