For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,233 students in 17307, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 1 private student). 100% of all K-12 students in 17307, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17307, PA are Biglerville High School, Biglerville Elementary School and Upper Adams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17307 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17307, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17307, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Biglerville High School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
135 North Main Street
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Grades: 9-12
| 523 students
Rank: #22.
Biglerville Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3270 Biglerville Road
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Grades: K-3
| 457 students
Rank: #33.
Upper Adams Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
135 North Main Street
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Biglerville, PA 17307
(717) 677-7191
Grades: 7-8
| 253 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17307, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17307, PA include Biglerville High School, Biglerville Elementary School and Upper Adams Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17307?
3 public schools are located in 17307.
What percentage of students in 17307 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 17307 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17307?
17307 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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