For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,764 students in Manheim, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 460 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Manheim, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Manheim, PA are Manheim Central Sr. High School, Doe Run Elementary School and Baron Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manheim, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Manheim have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Manheim, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Manheim Central Sr. High School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
400 Adele Ave
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-8400
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-8400
Gr: 9-12 | 896 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Doe Run Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
281 Doe Run Rd
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8800
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8800
Gr: K-4 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Baron Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
123 E Gramby St
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8900
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8900
Gr: PK-4 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #44.
Manheim Central Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
261 White Oak Rd
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-1700
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Manheim, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Manheim, PA include Manheim Central Sr. High School, Doe Run Elementary School and Baron Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Manheim?
4 public schools are located in Manheim.
What percentage of students in Manheim go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Manheim are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Manheim?
Manheim public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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