For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,386 students in 17327, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17327, PA are Shrewsbury Elementary School, Southern Elementary School and Friendship Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17327 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17327, PA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17327, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shrewsbury Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
331 S Main St
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: K-6 | 482 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Southern Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3280 Fissels Church Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: K-6 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Friendship Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3457 Sticks Rd
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Glen Rock, PA 17327
(717) 235-4811
Gr: K-6 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17327, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17327, PA include Shrewsbury Elementary School, Southern Elementary School and Friendship Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17327?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17327.
What is the racial composition of students in 17327?
17327 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% 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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