Best 17101 Pennsylvania Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 540 students in 17101, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 336 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 17101, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).

The top-ranked public schools in 17101, PA are Capital Area School For The Arts Charter School and Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 17101 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17101, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.

Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).