For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 491 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 55% 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 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17101, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capital Area School For The Arts Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
150 Strawberry Square
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 732-8450
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 732-8450
Gr: 9-12 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
215 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 703-1900
Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 703-1900
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17101, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17101, PA include Capital Area School For The Arts Charter School and Harrisburg High School - Scitech Cmp.
How many public schools are located in 17101?
2 public schools are located in 17101.
What percentage of students in 17101 go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 17101 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17101?
17101 public schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).