For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,842 students in 17537, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17537, PA are Hans Herr Elementary School and Martin Meylin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17537 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17537, PA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17537, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hans Herr Elementary School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: 3-5 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Martin Meylin Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: 6-8 | 655 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
1600 Book Rd
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Lampeter, PA 17537
(717) 464-3311
Gr: K-2 | 558 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17537, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17537, PA include Hans Herr Elementary School and Martin Meylin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17537?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17537.
What is the racial composition of students in 17537?
17537 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% 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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