PennsylvaniaDauphin CountyHarrisburgElementary Schools

Best Elementary Schools in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Compare 21 elementary schools in Harrisburg. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

21
Elementary Schools
Public & Charter Schools
57,915
Total Students
Across Harrisburg
14.4:1
Avg Student-Teacher Ratio
District average
21 schools found

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Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)12 Schools
Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)7 Schools
Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools
💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

  • 0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
  • Largest student enrollment is 792 students at Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch.
  • Best student-teacher ratio is 10:1, offering optimal classroom attention.
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About Elementary Schools in Harrisburg

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania offers 21 elementary schools providing quality education for young students. These schools focus on foundational learning, with strong emphasis on reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking skills development.

Chambers Hill El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
6450 Chambers Hill Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
0
Rating
Students
257
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Sara Lindemuth El Sch

publicelementaryK-K2
1201 N Progress Ave, Harrisburg, PA 17109
0
Rating
Students
758
Student-Teacher
17:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch

publicelementaryGrade 3-5
1910 Linglestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17110
0
Rating
Students
792
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Melrose Sch

publicelementaryK-5
2041 Berryhill St, Harrisburg, PA 17104
0
Rating
Students
536
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Benjamin Franklin Sch

publicelementaryPK-5
1205 N 6Th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
0
Rating
Students
678
Student-Teacher
10:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Foose Sch

publicelementaryPK-5
1301 Sycamore St, Harrisburg, PA 17104
0
Rating
Students
522
Student-Teacher
11:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Scott At Lincoln School

publicelementaryK-5
1601 State St, Harrisburg, PA 17103
0
Rating
Students
484
Student-Teacher
:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Steele School

publicelementaryK-5
2537 N 5Th St, Harrisburg, PA 17110
0
Rating
Students
362
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Downey Sch

publicelementaryPK-5
1313 Monroe St, Harrisburg, PA 17103
0
Rating
Students
405
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

South Side El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
4525 Union Deposit Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
0
Rating
Students
603
Student-Teacher
13:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Rutherford El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
6500 Clearfield St, Harrisburg, PA 17111
0
Rating
Students
461
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Sylvan Heights Science Cs

charter schoolelementaryK-4
915 S 13Th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17104
0
Rating
Students
217
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Phillips El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
100 Oakmont Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109
0
Rating
Students
393
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

West Hanover El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
7740 Manor Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17112
0
Rating
Students
589
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Paxtang El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
3530 Rutherford St, Harrisburg, PA 17111
0
Rating
Students
281
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Mountain View El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
400 Gibbel Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17112
0
Rating
Students
373
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Lawnton El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
4400 Franklin St, Harrisburg, PA 17111
0
Rating
Students
310
Student-Teacher
12:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Paxtonia El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
6135 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17112
0
Rating
Students
682
Student-Teacher
15:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

North Side El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
4520 Devonshire Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17109
0
Rating
Students
722
Student-Teacher
16:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Linglestown El Sch

publicelementaryK-5
1044 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg, PA 17112
0
Rating
Students
475
Student-Teacher
14:1
ELA Proficiency
N/A
Math Proficiency
N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

How many elementary schools are in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania?

There are several elementary schools in Harrisburg, serving thousands of young students with focus on foundational education and early childhood development.

What is the best elementary school in Harrisburg?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Harrisburg include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Harrisburg?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Harrisburg is 14.4:1.