For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,341 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 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), 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 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17055, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Broad Street Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | 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
Grades: 1-3
| 219 students
Rank: #22.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
411 N Walnut St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4581
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4581
Grades: 1-3
| 218 students
Rank: #33.
Upper Allen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | 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
Grades: 1-3
| 299 students
Rank: #44.
Shepherdstown Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1849 S York St
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4589
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4589
Grades: 1-3
| 278 students
Rank: #55.
Elmwood Academy
(Math: 42% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 E Elmwood Avenue
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4578
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4578
Grades: 4-5
| 720 students
Rank: #66.
Mechanicsburg Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1750 South Market Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4560
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 691-4560
Grades: 6-8
| 1,131 students
Rank: #77.
Rossmoyne Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1225 Rossmoyne Rd
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(223) 225-9729
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(223) 225-9729
Grades: K-5
| 476 students
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 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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