For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,410 students in 17601, PA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17601, PA are Centerville Middle School and Gerald G Huesken Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17601 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17601, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17601, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centerville Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
865 Centerville Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5580
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-5580
Gr: 7-8 | 559 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Gerald G Huesken Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2114 Horseshoe Rd
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-1294
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 397-1294
Gr: 6-8 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17601, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17601, PA include Centerville Middle School and Gerald G Huesken Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 17601?
2 public middle schools are located in 17601.
What is the racial composition of students in 17601?
17601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 47% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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