For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 937 students in 17320, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 17320, PA are Fairfield Area High School, Fairfield Area Elementary School and Fairfield Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17320 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17320, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17320, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Area High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4840 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Grades: 9-12
| 289 students
Rank: #22.
Fairfield Area Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4842 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Grades: K-4
| 364 students
Rank: #33.
Fairfield Area Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4840 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Grades: 5-8
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17320, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17320, PA include Fairfield Area High School, Fairfield Area Elementary School and Fairfield Area Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 17320?
3 public schools are located in 17320.
What is the racial composition of students in 17320?
17320 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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