For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,281 students in 17345, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17345, PA are Orendorf Elementary School, Shallow Brook Inter School and Spring Forge Intrd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17345 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17345, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17345, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Orendorf Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 South Hartman Street
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-5621
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-5621
Grades: K-3
| 355 students
Rank: #22.
Shallow Brook Inter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
213 S Hartman St
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-7030
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-7030
Grades: 4-6
| 460 students
Rank: #33.
Spring Forge Intrd School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 South Hartman Street
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-9833
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-9833
Grades: 4-6
| 466 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17345, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17345, PA include Orendorf Elementary School, Shallow Brook Inter School and Spring Forge Intrd School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17345?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17345.
What is the racial composition of students in 17345?
17345 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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