For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,756 students in 17537, PA.
The top ranked public schools in 17537, PA are Hans Herr Elementary School, Martin Meylin Middle School and Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17537 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17537, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17537, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hans Herr Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Grades: 3-5
| 629 students
Rank: #22.
Martin Meylin Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Grades: 6-8
| 655 students
Rank: #33.
Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Grades: 9-12
| 914 students
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Grades: K-2
| 558 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17537, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17537, PA include Hans Herr Elementary School, Martin Meylin Middle School and Lampeter-strasburg Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17537?
4 public schools are located in 17537.
What is the racial composition of students in 17537?
17537 public schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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