For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,102 students in 17036, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 17036, PA are Lower Dauphin High School and Price. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 17036 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17036, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17036 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lower Dauphin 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17036, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lower Dauphin High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
201 S Hanover St
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5330
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5330
Gr: 9-12 | 1,088 student Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Price
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 East High Street
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5325
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5325
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17036, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17036, PA include Lower Dauphin High School and Price.
How many public high schools are located in 17036?
2 public high schools are located in 17036.
What is the racial composition of students in 17036?
17036 public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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