For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 706 students in 17048, PA (there are , serving 30 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 17048, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17048, PA are Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School and Upper Dauphin Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17048 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17048, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17048, PA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5668 State Route 209
Lykens, PA 17048
(717) 362-4511
Lykens, PA 17048
(717) 362-4511
Gr: PK-4 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Upper Dauphin Area Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5668 State Route 209
Lykens, PA 17048
(717) 362-8177
Lykens, PA 17048
(717) 362-8177
Gr: 5-8 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17048, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17048, PA include Upper Dauphin Area Elementary School and Upper Dauphin Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17048?
2 public schools are located in 17048.
What percentage of students in 17048 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 17048 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17048?
17048 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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