For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,322 students in 17078, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17078, PA are Lingle Avenue Elementary School, Pine Street Elementary School and Northside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17078 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17078, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17078, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lingle Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 S Lingle Ave
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Grades: K-5
| 575 students
Rank: #22.
Pine Street Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
50 W Pine St
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Grades: 1-5
| 348 students
Rank: #33.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
301 E Spruce St
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Grades: 1-5
| 232 students
Rank: #44.
Forge Road Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
400 S Forge Rd
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Grades: 1-5
| 350 students
Rank: #55.
Palmyra Area Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
50 W Cherry St
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Palmyra, PA 17078
(717) 838-1331
Grades: 6-8
| 817 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17078, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17078, PA include Lingle Avenue Elementary School, Pine Street Elementary School and Northside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17078?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17078.
What is the racial composition of students in 17078?
17078 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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