For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 5,689 students in 17050, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17050, PA are Green Ridge Elementary School, Hampden Elementary School and Winding Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17050 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17050, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17050, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Green Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Green Ridge Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 766-4911
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 766-4911
Gr: 1-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Hampden Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
441 Skyport Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 737-4513
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 737-4513
Gr: K-5 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Winding Creek Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
34 Bali Hai Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 620-2525
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 620-2525
Gr: K-5 | 1,055 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30 Bali Hai Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 761-1865
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 761-1865
Gr: 6-8 | 1,403 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #55.
Sporting Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
210 S Sporting Hill Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 761-5052
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 761-5052
Gr: K-5 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Silver Spring Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6746 Carlisle Pike
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 506-3755
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 506-3755
Gr: K-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #77.
Eagle View Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6746 Carlisle Pike
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 766-0217
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
(717) 766-0217
Gr: 6-8 | 1,111 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17050, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17050, PA include Green Ridge Elementary School, Hampden Elementary School and Winding Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17050?
7 public elementary schools are located in 17050.
What is the racial composition of students in 17050?
17050 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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