For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,682 students in 17044, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 67 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 17044, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17044, PA are Mifflin Co High School, Mifflin County Academy Of Science And Technology and East Derry Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17044 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17044, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17044, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mifflin Co High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 Sixth Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-0240
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-0240
Gr: 10-12 | 1,032 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Mifflin County Academy Of Science And Technology
Vocational School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
700 Pitt Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-3933
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
East Derry Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2316 Back Maitland Rd
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 543-5615
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 543-5615
Gr: K-3 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #44.
Lewistown Intrmd School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
212 Green Ave
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5801
Gr: 4-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Mifflin Co Junior High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
700 Cedar Street
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 248-5441
Gr: 8-9 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #66.
Mifflin Co Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2 Manor Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-1401
Gr: 6-7 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #77.
Lewistown Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Manor Drive
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5823
Lewistown, PA 17044
(717) 242-5823
Gr: K-3 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17044, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17044, PA include Mifflin Co High School, Mifflin County Academy Of Science And Technology and East Derry Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17044?
7 public schools are located in 17044.
What percentage of students in 17044 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 17044 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17044?
17044 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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