For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,044 students in 19526, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19526, PA are Tilden El Center and Hamburg Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 19526 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 19526, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 19526, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tilden El Center
(Math: 36% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
524 W State St
Hamburg, PA 19526
(610) 562-0291
Hamburg, PA 19526
(610) 562-0291
Gr: K-5 | 562 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Hamburg Area Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
Windsor Street
Hamburg, PA 19526
(610) 562-3990
Hamburg, PA 19526
(610) 562-3990
Gr: 6-8 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 19526, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 19526, PA include Tilden El Center and Hamburg Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 19526?
2 public elementary schools are located in 19526.
What is the racial composition of students in 19526?
19526 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% 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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