For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 891 students in 17103, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17103, PA are Premier Arts And Science Charter School, Cougar Academy and Downey School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17103 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17103, PA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17103, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Premier Arts And Science Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
500 North 17th Street
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 234-3200
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 234-3200
Gr: K-3 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Cougar Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1601 State St
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4325
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-4325
Gr: K-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Downey School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1313 Monroe St
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-1240
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 703-1240
Gr: PK-5 | 406 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17103, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17103, PA include Premier Arts And Science Charter School, Cougar Academy and Downey School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17103?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17103.
What is the racial composition of students in 17103?
17103 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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