For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,882 students in 17202, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17202, PA are Guilford Hills Elementary School, South Hamilton Elementary School and Falling Spring Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17202 have an average math proficiency score of 49% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17202, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17202, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Guilford Hills Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2105 Lincoln Way E
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 352-2124
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 352-2124
Gr: K-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
South Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1019 Warm Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3449
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3449
Gr: K-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Falling Spring Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1006 Falling Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3440
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3440
Gr: K-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
145 Colorado St
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2360
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2360
Gr: K-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
New Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3584 Wayne Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3454
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3454
Gr: K-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Scotland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3832 Scotland Main St
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3460
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3460
Gr: K-5 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #77.
Grandview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5538 Cumberland Hwy
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3445
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3445
Gr: K-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17202, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17202, PA include Guilford Hills Elementary School, South Hamilton Elementary School and Falling Spring Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17202?
7 public elementary schools are located in 17202.
What is the racial composition of students in 17202?
17202 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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