For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 260 students in 17036, PA (there are 4 public schools, serving 2,162 public students). 11% of all K-12 students in 17036, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Pennsylvania private school average acceptance rate of 81%.
50% of private schools in 17036, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
Private Schools in 17036, PA (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Goddard School ![Goddard School Photo Goddard School Photo]()

Daycare / Preschool
1035 Middletown Road
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-2273
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 566-2273
Gr: PK-K | 133 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
3003 Elizabethtown Rd, Hershey, PA 17033
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 312-7595
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 312-7595
Gr: PK-11 | 127 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
17036, Pennsylvania Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Mtn View Christian School (Closed 2000)
(Christian)
34 Sipe Avenue
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 534-2929
Hummelstown, PA 17036
(717) 534-2929
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 17036, PA?
2 private schools are located in 17036, PA.
What percentage of students in 17036 go to private school?
11% of all K-12 students in 17036 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 17036?
50% of private schools in 17036 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Other).
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