For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,305 students in 17055, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17055, PA are Broad Street Elementary School, Northside Elementary School and Upper Allen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17055 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17055, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17055, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Broad Street Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 S Broad St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4574
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4574
Gr: 1-3 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
411 N Walnut St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4581
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4581
Gr: 1-3 | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Upper Allen Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1790 S Market St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4594
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4594
Gr: 1-3 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #44.
Shepherdstown Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1849 S York St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4589
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4589
Gr: 1-3 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Elmwood Academy
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 E Elmwood Avenue
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4578
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4578
Gr: 4-5 | 712 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #66.
Mechanicsburg Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1750 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4560
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4560
Gr: 6-8 | 1,112 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #77.
Rossmoyne Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1225 Rossmoyne Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(223) 225-9729
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(223) 225-9729
Gr: K-4 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17055, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17055, PA include Broad Street Elementary School, Northside Elementary School and Upper Allen Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17055?
7 public elementary schools are located in 17055.
What is the racial composition of students in 17055?
17055 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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