For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,097 students in 17257, PA.
The top-ranked public high school in 17257, PA is Shippensburg Area Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 17257 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17257, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17257 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shippensburg Area Sr. High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17257, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shippensburg Area Sr. High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
201 Eberly Drive
Shippensburg, PA 17257
(717) 530-2730
Shippensburg, PA 17257
(717) 530-2730
Gr: 9-12 | 1,097 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17257, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17257, PA include Shippensburg Area Sr. High School.
How many public high schools are located in 17257?
1 public high schools are located in 17257.
What is the racial composition of students in 17257?
17257 public high schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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