For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,789 students in 17401, PA (there are 3 private schools, serving 187 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 17401, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17401, PA are York Academy Regional Charter School and Lincoln Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17401 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17401, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17401, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
York Academy Regional Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
32 West North Street
York, PA 17401
(717) 801-3900
York, PA 17401
(717) 801-3900
Gr: K-12 | 1,058 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
559 W King Street
York, PA 17401
(717) 699-1573
York, PA 17401
(717) 699-1573
Gr: K-8 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: n/an/a
Crispus Attucks Charter School
Charter School
605 S Duke Street
York, PA 17401
(717) 848-3610
York, PA 17401
(717) 848-3610
Gr: 12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17401, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17401, PA include York Academy Regional Charter School and Lincoln Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 17401?
3 public schools are located in 17401.
What percentage of students in 17401 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 17401 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17401?
17401 public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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