For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 713 students in 17512, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 17512, PA is Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17512 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17512, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17512, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Park Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
50 S 6th St
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-9780
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-9780
Gr: K-4 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: n/an/a
45 N 9th St
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-4010
Columbia, PA 17512
(717) 684-4010
Gr: 5-6 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17512, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17512, PA include Park Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17512?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17512.
What is the racial composition of students in 17512?
17512 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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