For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 648 students in 17320, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17320, PA are Fairfield Area Elementary School and Fairfield Area Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17320 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17320, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17320, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Area Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4842 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Grades: K-4
| 364 students
Rank: #22.
Fairfield Area Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4840 Fairfield Rd
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Fairfield, PA 17320
(717) 642-8228
Grades: 5-8
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17320, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17320, PA include Fairfield Area Elementary School and Fairfield Area Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17320?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17320.
What is the racial composition of students in 17320?
17320 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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