For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,283 students in 17870, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 49 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 17870, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17870, PA are Selinsgrove Area High School, Selinsgrove Intrmd School and Selinsgrove Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17870 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17870, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17870, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Selinsgrove Area High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 North Broad St
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2230
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2230
Gr: 9-12 | 744 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Selinsgrove Intrmd School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 North 18th St
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2270
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2270
Gr: 3-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Selinsgrove Area Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
359 Seals Avenue
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2250
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2250
Gr: 6-8 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
600 Broad St
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2285
Selinsgrove, PA 17870
(570) 372-2285
Gr: K-2 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17870, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17870, PA include Selinsgrove Area High School, Selinsgrove Intrmd School and Selinsgrove Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17870?
4 public schools are located in 17870.
What percentage of students in 17870 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 17870 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17870?
17870 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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