For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 3,241 students in 17313, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 233 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 17313, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17313, PA are Dallastown Elementary School, Dallastown Area Sr. High School and Dallastown Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17313 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17313, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17313, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dallastown Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
105 South Charles Street
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-3785
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-3785
Gr: K-3 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Dallastown Area Sr. High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
700 New School Ln
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-4021
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-4021
Gr: 9-12 | 2,046 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Dallastown Area Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
700 New School Ln
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-4021
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 244-4021
Gr: 7-8 | 1,014 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17313, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17313, PA include Dallastown Elementary School, Dallastown Area Sr. High School and Dallastown Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17313?
3 public schools are located in 17313.
What percentage of students in 17313 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 17313 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17313?
17313 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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