For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,059 students in 17701, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17701, PA are Loyalsock Twp Middle School and Williamsport Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17701 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17701, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17701, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Loyalsock Twp Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2101 Loyalsock Dr
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-9439
Gr: 6-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Williamsport Area Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2800 West Fourth Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 323-6177
Gr: 7-8 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17701, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17701, PA include Loyalsock Twp Middle School and Williamsport Area Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17701?
2 public middle schools are located in 17701.
What is the racial composition of students in 17701?
17701 public middle schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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