For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,282 students in 17408, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17408, PA are New Salem Elementary School and Trimmer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17408 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17408, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17408, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Salem Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3745 Salem Rd
York, PA 17408
(717) 225-4731
York, PA 17408
(717) 225-4731
Gr: K-4 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Trimmer Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Brenda Rd
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6586
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6586
Gr: 2-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
2065 High St
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6869
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6869
Gr: PK-1 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17408, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17408, PA include New Salem Elementary School and Trimmer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17408?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17408.
What is the racial composition of students in 17408?
17408 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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