For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,106 students in 17406, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17406, PA are Kreutz Creek Elementary School, Sinking Springs Elementary School and Hayshire Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17406 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17406, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17406, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kreutz Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
50 North Lee Street
York, PA 17406
(717) 757-9682
York, PA 17406
(717) 757-9682
Gr: K-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Sinking Springs Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2850 Susquehanna Trail
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 4-6 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Hayshire Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2801 Hayshire Dr
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: K-3 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #44.
North Hills Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1330 N Hills Rd
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
York, PA 17406
(717) 846-6789
Gr: 4-6 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17406, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17406, PA include Kreutz Creek Elementary School, Sinking Springs Elementary School and Hayshire Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17406?
4 public elementary schools are located in 17406.
What is the racial composition of students in 17406?
17406 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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