For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 352 students in Halifax, PA.
The top-ranked public preschool in Halifax, PA is Halifax Area Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Halifax, PA public preschool have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in Halifax have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Halifax, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Halifax Area Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
151 School Rd
Halifax, PA 17032
(717) 896-3416
Halifax, PA 17032
(717) 896-3416
Gr: PK-4 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Halifax, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
791 Enders Road
Halifax, PA 17032
(717) 896-3416
Halifax, PA 17032
(717) 896-3416
Gr: PK-1 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Halifax, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Halifax, PA include Halifax Area Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Halifax?
1 public preschools are located in Halifax.
What is the racial composition of students in Halifax?
Halifax public preschools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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