For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 5,448 students in 17603, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17603, PA are Rohrerstown Elementary School, Hambright Elementary School and Wharton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17603 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17603, PA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17603, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rohrerstown Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2200 Noll Drive
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 299-7126
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 299-7126
Gr: K-6 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Hambright Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3000 Charlestown Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9503
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 872-9503
Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Wharton Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
705 N Mary St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6281
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6281
Gr: PK-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #44.
Ross Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
840 N Queen St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6268
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6268
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Smith-wade-el Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
910 Hamilton Park Drive
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6151
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6151
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Price Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
340 S. West End Avenue
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6252
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6252
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Reynolds Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
605 W Walnut St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6257
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6257
Gr: 6-8 | 511 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #88.
Martin School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2000 Wabank Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6193
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6193
Gr: PK-8 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #99.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Wabank Rd
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6166
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6166
Gr: PK-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1010.
Fulton Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
225 W Orange St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6110
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6110
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #1111.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Fremont St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6183
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6183
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #1212.
Wheatland Middle School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
919 Hamilton Park Dr
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6285
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 291-6285
Gr: 6-8 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1313.
Carter And Macrae Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
251 S Prince St
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-6842
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 396-6842
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17603, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17603, PA include Rohrerstown Elementary School, Hambright Elementary School and Wharton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17603?
13 public elementary schools are located in 17603.
What is the racial composition of students in 17603?
17603 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 77% 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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