For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,272 students in 17976, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 17976, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17976, PA are Shenandoah Valley Elementary School and Shenandoah Valley Jr. Sr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17976 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17976, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17976, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shenandoah Valley Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
805 West Centre Street
Shenandoah, PA 17976
(570) 462-2796
Shenandoah, PA 17976
(570) 462-2796
Gr: PK-6 | 726 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #22.
Shenandoah Valley Jr. Sr. High School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
805 West Centre Street
Shenandoah, PA 17976
(570) 462-1957
Shenandoah, PA 17976
(570) 462-1957
Gr: 7-12 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17976, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17976, PA include Shenandoah Valley Elementary School and Shenandoah Valley Jr. Sr. High School.
How many public schools are located in 17976?
2 public schools are located in 17976.
What percentage of students in 17976 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 17976 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17976?
17976 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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