For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,208 students in 17020, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17020, PA are Susquenita Elementary School and Susquenita Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17020 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17020, PA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17020, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Susquenita Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Susquenita Elementary Schol
Duncannon, PA 17020
(717) 957-6000
Duncannon, PA 17020
(717) 957-6000
Gr: K-4 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Susquenita Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
Susquenita Middle School
Duncannon, PA 17020
(717) 957-6000
Duncannon, PA 17020
(717) 957-6000
Gr: 5-8 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17020, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17020, PA include Susquenita Elementary School and Susquenita Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17020?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17020.
What is the racial composition of students in 17020?
17020 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% 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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