For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 321 students in 17540, PA (there are , serving 532 private students). 38% of all K-12 students in 17540, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public school in 17540, PA is Leola Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 17540 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17540, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17540, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Leola Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11 School Dr
Leola, PA 17540
(717) 656-2068
Leola, PA 17540
(717) 656-2068
Grades: K-5
| 321 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17540, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17540, PA include Leola Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17540?
1 public schools are located in 17540.
What percentage of students in 17540 go to public school?
38% of all K-12 students in 17540 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17540?
17540 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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