For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,221 students in 17315, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 69 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 17315, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17315, PA are North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area Elementary School and Dover Area High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17315 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17315, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17315, PA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Salem Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5161 N Salem Church Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8071
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8071
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Dover Area Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 E Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8068
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8068
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Dover Area High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4500 Intermediate Ave
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8066
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8066
Gr: 9-12 | 1,013 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
Weigelstown Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3205 Carlisle Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8072
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8072
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Leib Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2925 Oakland Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Dover Area Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
46 W Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Gr: 6-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
17315, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17315, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17315, PA include North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area Elementary School and Dover Area High School.
How many public schools are located in 17315?
6 public schools are located in 17315.
What percentage of students in 17315 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 17315 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17315?
17315 public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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