For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,787 students in 17327, PA (there are , serving 4 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 17327, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 17327, PA are Susquehannock High School, Shrewsbury Elementary School and Southern Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17327 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17327, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17327, PA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Susquehannock High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Grades: 9-12
| 919 students
Rank: #22.
Shrewsbury Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
331 S Main St
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Grades: K-6
| 487 students
Rank: #33.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Grades: K-6
| 552 students
Rank: #44.
Southern Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Grades: 7-8
| 449 students
Rank: #55.
Friendship Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3457 Sticks Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Grades: K-6
| 380 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 17327, PA?
The top ranked public schools in 17327, PA include Susquehannock High School, Shrewsbury Elementary School and Southern Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17327?
5 public schools are located in 17327.
What percentage of students in 17327 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 17327 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17327?
17327 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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