For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,518 students in 17517, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17517, PA are Denver Elementary School, Cocalico Middle School and Brecknock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17517 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17517, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17517, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Denver Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
South 4th Street
Denver, PA 17517
(717) 336-1501
Denver, PA 17517
(717) 336-1501
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Cocalico Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
South 6th Street
Denver, PA 17517
(717) 336-1471
Denver, PA 17517
(717) 336-1471
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Brecknock Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
361 School Rd
Denver, PA 17517
(717) 445-8600
Denver, PA 17517
(717) 445-8600
Gr: K-6 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17517, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17517, PA include Denver Elementary School, Cocalico Middle School and Brecknock Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17517?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17517.
What is the racial composition of students in 17517?
17517 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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