For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,282 students in 17408, PA (there are 2 private schools, serving 44 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 17408, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in 17408, PA are New Salem Elementary School and Trimmer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 17408 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 55% statewide average). Schools in 17408, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public school average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17408, PA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Salem Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3745 Salem Rd
York, PA 17408
(717) 225-4731
York, PA 17408
(717) 225-4731
Gr: K-4 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Trimmer Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Brenda Rd
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6586
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6586
Gr: 2-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
2065 High St
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6869
York, PA 17408
(717) 764-6869
Gr: PK-1 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 17408, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in 17408, PA include New Salem Elementary School and Trimmer Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 17408?
3 public schools are located in 17408.
What percentage of students in 17408 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 17408 are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 17408?
17408 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).