For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 8,936 students in 17111, PA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,242 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 17111, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17111, PA are Rutherford Elementary School, Paxtang Elementary School and Lawnton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17111 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17111, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17111, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rutherford Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6500 Clearfield St
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 561-1990
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 561-1990
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #22.
Paxtang Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3530 Rutherford St
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 561-1781
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 561-1781
Grades: K-5
| 191 students
Rank: #33.
Lawnton Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4400 Franklin St
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 558-9430
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 558-9430
Grades: K-5
| 293 students
Rank: #44.
Chambers Hill Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6450 Chambers Hill Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 561-1655
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 561-1655
Grades: K-5
| 251 students
Rank: #55.
South Side Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4525 Union Deposit Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 657-3204
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 657-3204
Grades: K-5
| 806 students
Rank: #66.
Reach Cyber Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
750 East Park Drive, Suite 204
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 704-8437
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 704-8437
Grades: K-12
| 6,978 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17111, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17111, PA include Rutherford Elementary School, Paxtang Elementary School and Lawnton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17111, PA?
6 public schools are located in 17111, PA.
What percentage of students in 17111, PA go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 17111, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17111, PA?
17111, PA public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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