For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 855 students in 17036, PA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 17036, PA are Lower Dauphin Middle School and Price. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» middle schools in zipcode 17036 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17036, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17036, PA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lower Dauphin Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
251 Quarry Rd
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5310
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5310
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Price
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 East High Street
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5325
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-5325
Gr: 6-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 17036, PA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 17036, PA include Lower Dauphin Middle School and Price.
How many public middle schools are located in 17036?
2 public middle schools are located in 17036.
What is the racial composition of students in 17036?
17036 public middle schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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