For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 193 students in 17101, PA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 17101, PA is Capital Area School For The Arts Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 17101 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 18%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 38% statewide average). Charter schools in 17101, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter school average of 69% (majority Black).
Best 17101, PA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capital Area School For The Arts Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Strawberry Square
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 732-8450
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 732-8450
Gr: 9-12 | 193 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 17101, PA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 17101, PA include Capital Area School For The Arts Charter School.
How many public charter schools are located in 17101?
1 public charter schools are located in 17101.
What is the racial composition of students in 17101?
17101 public charter schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public charter schools average of 69% (majority Black).
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