For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,229 students in 17315, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17315, PA are North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area Elementary School and Weigelstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17315 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 53% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17315, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17315, PA Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: K-5
| 259 students
Rank: #22.
Dover Area Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 362 students
Rank: #33.
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
Grades: K-5
| 409 students
Rank: #44.
Leib Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2925 Oakland Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Grades: K-5
| 384 students
Rank: #55.
Dover Area MiddleSchool
(Math: 29% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
46 W Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
17315, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4500 Intermediate Ave
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Grades: 7-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17315, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17315, PA include North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area Elementary School and Weigelstown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17315, PA?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17315, PA.
What is the racial composition of students in 17315, PA?
17315, PA public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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