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17055 Pennsylvania Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 private schools serving 566 students in 17055, PA (there are 9 public schools, serving 5,038 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 17055, PA are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
The top ranked private school in 17055, PA is St. Joseph School.
25% of private schools in 17055, PA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 17055 Pennsylvania Private Schools (2026-27)

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St. Joseph School
Gr: K-8 | 416 students
Catholic
420 E Simpson St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 657-4804
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The Goddard School
Gr: NS-K
Daycare / Preschool
5049 Ritter Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-7680
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Mechanicsburg KinderCare
Gr: NS-PK | 137 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Daycare / Preschool
335 Cumberland Pkwy
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 791-2707
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Mechanicsburg Learning Center
Gr: K | 13 students
Daycare / Preschool
841 W Trindle Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-2439
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 17055, PA?
The top ranked private schools in 17055, PA is St. Joseph School.
How many private schools are located in 17055?
4 private schools are located in 17055.
What percentage of students in 17055 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 17055 are educated in private schools (compared to the PA state average of 14%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 17055?
25% of private schools in 17055 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

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