For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,688 students in 17112, PA (there are 8 private schools, serving 982 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 17112, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17112, PA are West Hanover Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School and Paxtonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17112 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17112, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17112, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Hanover Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7740 Manor Dr
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3210
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3210
Grades: K-5
| 557 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Linglestown Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1044 N Mountain Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3211
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3211
Grades: K-5
| 404 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Paxtonia Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6135 Jonestown Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3202
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3202
Grades: K-5
| 665 students
Rank: #44.
Central Dauphin Sr. High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
437 Piketown Road
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 703-5360
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 703-5360
Grades: 9-12
| 1,874 students
Rank: #55.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gibbel Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-8585
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-8585
Grades: K-5
| 375 students
Rank: #66.
Linglestown MiddleSchool
(Math: 21% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N Mountain Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3060
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3060
Grades: 6-8
| 813 students
17112, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1524 Pine Tree Ave
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 469-0618
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 469-0618
Grades: K-6
| 232 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17112, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17112, PA include West Hanover Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School and Paxtonia Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17112, PA?
6 public schools are located in 17112, PA.
What percentage of students in 17112, PA go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 17112, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17112, PA?
17112, PA public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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