For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 584 students in 17512, PA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 17512, PA is Columbia MiddleSchool. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 17512 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 52% statewide average). Middle schools in 17512, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle school average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17512, PA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Columbia MiddleSchool
(Math: 7% | Reading: 39% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
45 N 9th St
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-4010
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-4010
Gr: 5-8 | 387 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
901 Ironville Pike
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-7500
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-7500
Gr: 7-8 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 17512, PA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 17512, PA include Columbia MiddleSchool.
How many public middle schools are located in 17512?
2 public middle schools are located in 17512.
What is the racial composition of students in 17512?
17512 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public middle schools average of 46% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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