For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,955 students in 17044, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17044, PA are East Derry Elementary School, Lewistown Intrmd School and Mifflin Co Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17044 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17044, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17044, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Derry Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2316 Back Maitland Rd
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 543-5615
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 543-5615
Gr: K-3 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Lewistown Intrmd School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
212 Green Ave
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Gr: 4-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Mifflin Co Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2 Manor Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Gr: 6-7 | 717 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Manor Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5823
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5823
Gr: K-3 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
17044, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 Franklin Avenue
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0179
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0179
Gr: K-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
490 6th St
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0145
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-0145
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
700 Cedar St
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Gr: 9-12 | 965 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
2 Manor Dr
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Gr: 9-12 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
212 Green Ave
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Gr: 6-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Mifflin-juniata Ctc High School (Closed 2016)
Vocational School
700 Pitt Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Gr: 9-12
25 East Susquehanna Avenue
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5072
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5072
Gr: K-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17044, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17044, PA include East Derry Elementary School, Lewistown Intrmd School and Mifflin Co Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17044?
4 public elementary schools are located in 17044.
What is the racial composition of students in 17044?
17044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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