For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,768 students in 17406, PA.
The top-ranked public schools in 17406, PA are Kreutz Creek Elementary School, Sinking Springs Elementary School and Central York High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17406 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17406, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17406, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kreutz Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 North Lee Street
York, PA 17406
(717) 757-9682
York, PA 17406
(717) 757-9682
Gr: K-5 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Sinking Springs Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2850 Susquehanna Trail
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 4-6 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Central York High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
601 Mundis Mill Rd
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 9-12 | 1,756 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Hayshire Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Hayshire Dr
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: K-3 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #55.
Central York Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1950 N Hills Rd
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 7-8 | 844 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
North Hills Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1330 N Hills Rd
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 4-6 | 675 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: n/an/a
3400 Concord Dr
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 4-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17406, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17406, PA include Kreutz Creek Elementary School, Sinking Springs Elementary School and Central York High School.
How many public schools are located in 17406?
7 public schools are located in 17406.
What is the racial composition of students in 17406?
17406 public schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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