For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,498 students in 17821, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17821, PA are Liberty-valley Elementary School and Danville Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17821 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17821, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17821, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Liberty-valley Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
327 Liberty Valley Rd
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Gr: 3-5 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Danville Area Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
252 Northumberland St
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Gr: 6-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
931 Ironmen Lane
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Danville, PA 17821
(570) 271-3268
Gr: K-2 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17821, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17821, PA include Liberty-valley Elementary School and Danville Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17821?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17821.
What is the racial composition of students in 17821?
17821 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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