For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,960 students in 17112, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17112, PA are West Hanover Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School and Paxtonia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17112 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17112, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17112, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Hanover Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7740 Manor Dr
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3210
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3210
Gr: K-5 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Linglestown Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1044 N Mountain Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3211
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3211
Gr: K-5 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Paxtonia Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6135 Jonestown Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3202
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3202
Gr: K-5 | 682 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Gibbel Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-8585
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-8585
Gr: K-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #55.
Linglestown Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 N Mountain Rd
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3060
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 657-3060
Gr: 6-8 | 841 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17112, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17112, PA include West Hanover Elementary School, Linglestown Elementary School and Paxtonia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17112?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17112.
What is the racial composition of students in 17112?
17112 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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