Halifax Area Middle School

Halifax Area Middle School sits in the quiet, rural stretch of Dauphin County along the Susquehanna River, where small-town Pennsylvania life moves at a slower, more grounded pace — and that community feel carries right into the school. The standout here is science, where students perform at a genuinely impressive level that punches well above the school's overall ranking, making it a great fit for families with kids who are curious about the natural world or hands-on learning. Families who value a tight-knit school environment away from the bustle of Harrisburg, just 25 miles south, will find Halifax a comfortable and unpretentious place to raise kids.