For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 366 students in 17049, PA (there are , serving 281 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 17049, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public school in 17049, PA is East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17049 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17049, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17049, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
32944 Route 35
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-2111
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-2111
Gr: 7-12 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
17049, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
145 School Street
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-2236
Mc Alisterville, PA 17049
(717) 463-2236
Gr: K-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17049, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17049, PA include East Juniata Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17049?
1 public schools are located in 17049.
What percentage of students in 17049 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 17049 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17049?
17049 public schools minority enrollment is 7% 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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