For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 543 students in 17241, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17241, PA is Big Spring Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 17241 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17241, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17241, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Spring Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
43 Mount Rock Rd
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2471
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2471
Gr: 6-8 | 543 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
17241, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3967 Enola Rd
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2025
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2025
Gr: K-5 | 108 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
399 Roxbury Rd
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2030
Newville, PA 17241
(717) 776-2030
Gr: K-5 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17241, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17241, PA include Big Spring Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17241?
1 public middle schools are located in 17241.
What is the racial composition of students in 17241?
17241 public middle schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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