For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,281 students in 17345, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17345, PA are Shallow Brook Inter School, Orendorf Elementary School and Spring Forge Intrd School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17345 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17345, PA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17345, PA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shallow Brook Inter School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
213 S Hartman St
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-7030
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-7030
Gr: 4-6 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Orendorf Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
101 South Hartman Street
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-5621
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-5621
Gr: K-3 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Spring Forge Intrd School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
100 South Hartman Street
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-9833
Manchester, PA 17345
(717) 266-9833
Gr: 4-6 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17345, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17345, PA include Shallow Brook Inter School, Orendorf Elementary School and Spring Forge Intrd School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17345?
3 public elementary schools are located in 17345.
What is the racial composition of students in 17345?
17345 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% 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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