For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,957 students in 17202, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17202, PA are Guilford Hills Elementary School, South Hamilton Elementary School and Falling Spring Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17202 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17202, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17202, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Guilford Hills Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2105 Lincoln Way E
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 352-2124
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 352-2124
Gr: K-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
South Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1019 Warm Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3449
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3449
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Falling Spring Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1006 Falling Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3440
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3440
Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
145 Colorado St
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2360
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2360
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
New Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3584 Wayne Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3454
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3454
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Scotland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3832 Scotland Main St
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3460
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3460
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #77.
Grandview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5538 Cumberland Hwy
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3445
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3445
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17202, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17202, PA include Guilford Hills Elementary School, South Hamilton Elementary School and Falling Spring Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17202?
7 public elementary schools are located in 17202.
What is the racial composition of students in 17202?
17202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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