For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,709 students in 17327, PA (there are 1 private school, serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 17327, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17327, PA are Susquehannock High School, Shrewsbury Elementary School and Southern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17327 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in 17327, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17327, PA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Susquehannock High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: 9-12 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Shrewsbury Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
331 S Main St
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: K-6 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: K-6 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: 7-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #55.
Friendship Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3457 Sticks Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: K-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17327, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17327, PA include Susquehannock High School, Shrewsbury Elementary School and Southern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17327?
5 public schools are located in 17327.
What percentage of students in 17327 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 17327 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17327?
17327 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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