For the 2024 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,284 students in 17603, PA (there are 11 private schools, serving 1,320 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 17603, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17603, PA are Rohrerstown Elementary School, Manor Middle School and Hambright Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17603 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17603, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 17603, PA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rohrerstown Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2200 Noll Drive
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 299-7126
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 299-7126
Grades: K-6
| 472 students
Rank: #22.
Manor Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2950 Charlestown Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9510
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9510
Grades: 7-8
| 496 students
Rank: #33.
Hambright Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Charlestown Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9503
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9503
Grades: K-6
| 598 students
Rank: #44.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
840 N Queen St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6268
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6268
Grades: PK-5
| 228 students
Rank: #55.
Wharton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
705 N Mary St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6281
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6281
Grades: PK-5
| 307 students
Rank: #66.
Smith-wade Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
910 Hamilton Park Drive
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6151
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6151
Grades: PK-5
| 395 students
Rank: #77.
Martin School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Wabank Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6193
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6193
Grades: PK-8
| 703 students
Rank: #88.
Reynolds MiddleSchool
(Math: 11% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
605 W Walnut St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6257
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6257
Grades: 6-8
| 458 students
Rank: #99.
Price Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
615 Fairview Ave
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6252
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6252
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Wabank Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6166
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6166
Grades: K-5
| 437 students
Rank: #10 - 1110. - 11.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Fremont St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6183
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6183
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
225 W Orange St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6110
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6110
Grades: PK-5
| 350 students
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Wheatland MiddleSchool
(Math: 6% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
919 Hamilton Park Dr
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6285
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6285
Grades: 6-8
| 582 students
Rank: #1414.
Carter And Macrae Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
251 S Prince St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-6842
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-6842
Grades: PK-5
| 347 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17603, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17603, PA include Rohrerstown Elementary School, Manor Middle School and Hambright Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17603, PA?
14 public schools are located in 17603, PA.
What percentage of students in 17603, PA go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 17603, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17603, PA?
17603, PA public schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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