For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,683 students in 17104, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17104, PA are Marshall Math Science Academy, Sylvan Heights Science Charter School and Melrose School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17104 have an average math proficiency score of 9% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17104, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17104, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marshall Math Science Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Hale Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1200
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Sylvan Heights Science Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
915 S 13th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 232-9220
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 232-9220
Gr: K-4 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Melrose School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2041 Berryhill St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1440
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1440
Gr: K-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #44.
Foose School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Sycamore St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1280
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1280
Gr: PK-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
17104, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1842 Derry St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-4500
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-4500
Gr: K-8 | 700 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
301 Hale Ave
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1400
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1400
Gr: PK-8 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Shimmell School (Closed 2011)
Special Education School
548 South 17th St
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1520
Harrisburg, PA 17104
(717) 703-1520
Gr: 2-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17104, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17104, PA include Marshall Math Science Academy, Sylvan Heights Science Charter School and Melrose School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17104?
4 public elementary schools are located in 17104.
What is the racial composition of students in 17104?
17104 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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