For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 6,100 students in 17201, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 742 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 17201, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17201, PA are Chambersburg Area Sr. High School, Hamilton Heights Elementary School and Chambersburg Area Middle School - North. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17201 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17201, PA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17201, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
511 S 6th St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3328
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3328
Grades: 9-12
| 2,324 students
Rank: #22.
Hamilton Heights Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1589 Johnson Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3448
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3448
Grades: K-5
| 544 students
Rank: #33.
Chambersburg Area Middle School - North
(Math: 27% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1957 Scotland Ave
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3369
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3369
Grades: 6-8
| 1,050 students
Rank: #44.
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South
(Math: 30% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1151 E Mckinley St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3385
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3385
Grades: 6-8
| 1,074 students
Rank: #55.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
730 E Washington St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3432
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3432
Grades: K-5
| 239 students
Rank: #66.
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
481 North Franklin St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3442
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3442
Grades: K-5
| 564 students
Rank: #77.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Hollywell Ave
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3470
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3470
Grades: K-5
| 305 students
17201, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
756 South Coldbrook Ave
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3434
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3434
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
2168 Mont Alto Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3436
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3436
Grades: K-5
| 109 students
401 Miller St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3442
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3442
Grades: K-5
| 140 students
East King Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3451
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3451
Grades: 1-5
| 98 students
850 Broad St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3463
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3463
Grades: K-5
| 162 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17201, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17201, PA include Chambersburg Area Sr. High School, Hamilton Heights Elementary School and Chambersburg Area Middle School - North.
How many public schools are located in 17201?
7 public schools are located in 17201.
What percentage of students in 17201 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 17201 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17201?
17201 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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