For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 851 students in 17257, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17257, PA is Shippensburg 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 17257 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17257, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17257, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shippensburg Area Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
101 Park Place
Shippensburg, PA 17257
(717) 530-2750
Shippensburg, PA 17257
(717) 530-2750
Gr: 6-8 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17257, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17257, PA include Shippensburg Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17257?
1 public middle schools are located in 17257.
What is the racial composition of students in 17257?
17257 public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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