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Best 17601 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,323 students in 17601, PA (there are , serving 2,430 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 17601, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17601, PA are Centerville Elementary School, Nitrauer School and Schaeffer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17601 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17601, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best 17601, PA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centerville Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
901 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5575
Gr: K-6 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Nitrauer School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
811 Ashbourne Ave
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-4239
Gr: K-4 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Schaeffer School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
875 Pleasure Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 392-6797
Gr: K-4 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Brecht School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1250 Lititz Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 291-1733
Gr: K-4 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Bucher School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
450 Candlewyck Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 569-4291
Gr: K-4 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Conestoga Valley Sr. High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2110 Horseshoe Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-5231
Gr: 9-12 | 1,296 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Fritz Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
845 Hornig Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-5246
Gr: K-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Centerville Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
865 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5580
Gr: 7-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #99.
Gerald G Huesken Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2114 Horseshoe Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-1294
Gr: 6-8 | 898 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 17601 Pennsylvania

17601, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Lancaster County Academy (Closed 2012)
1202 Park City Ctr
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 295-2499
Gr: Inquire with school
Neff 6 Middle School (Closed 2013)
School Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 519-1502
Gr: 6 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 17601, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17601, PA include Centerville Elementary School, Nitrauer School and Schaeffer School.
How many public schools are located in 17601?
9 public schools are located in 17601.
What percentage of students in 17601 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 17601 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17601?
17601 public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).

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