For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,908 students in 17112, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17112, PA are West Hanover Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School and Paxtonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17112 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17112, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17112, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hanover Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7740 Manor Dr
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3210
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3210
Gr: K-5 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Linglestown Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1044 N Mountain Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3211
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3211
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Paxtonia Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6135 Jonestown Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3202
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3202
Gr: K-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gibbel Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-8585
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-8585
Gr: K-5 | 378 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #55.
Linglestown Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N Mountain Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3060
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3060
Gr: 6-8 | 814 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
17112, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1524 Pine Tree Ave
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 469-0618
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 469-0618
Gr: K-6 | 232 students Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17112, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17112, PA include West Hanover Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School and Paxtonia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17112?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17112.
What is the racial composition of students in 17112?
17112 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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