For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,701 students in 17404, PA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 17404, PA are Edgar Fahs Smith Steam Academy, Devers School and Ferguson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 17404 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Pennsylvania public pre school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 38% statewide average). Pre schools in 17404, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschool average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17404, PA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edgar Fahs Smith Steam Academy
(Math: 23% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 Texas Ave
York, PA 17404
(717) 849-1240
York, PA 17404
(717) 849-1240
Gr: PK-8 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Devers School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
801 Chanceford Ave
York, PA 17404
(717) 849-1210
York, PA 17404
(717) 849-1210
Gr: PK-8 | 686 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Ferguson School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
525 N Newberry St
York, PA 17404
(717) 849-1344
York, PA 17404
(717) 849-1344
Gr: PK-8 | 627 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 17404, PA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 17404, PA include Edgar Fahs Smith Steam Academy, Devers School and Ferguson School.
How many public preschools are located in 17404?
3 public preschools are located in 17404.
What is the racial composition of students in 17404?
17404 public preschools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public preschools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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