For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,655 students in 17103, PA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 17103, PA are Harrisburg High School and Cougar Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 17103 have an average math proficiency score of 4% (versus the Pennsylvania public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 17103, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 17103 have a Graduation Rate of 63%, which is less than the Pennsylvania average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cougar Academy, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Pennsylvania or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high school average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17103, PA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Harrisburg High School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2451 Market St
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4300
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,333 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Cougar Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 State St
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4325
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4325
Gr: K-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 17103, PA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 17103, PA include Harrisburg High School and Cougar Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 17103?
2 public high schools are located in 17103.
What is the racial composition of students in 17103?
17103 public high schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public high schools average of 39% (majority Black and Hispanic).