For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,208 students in 17315, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17315, PA are North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area Elementary School and Weigelstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17315 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17315, PA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17315, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Salem Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5161 N Salem Church Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8071
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8071
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Dover Area Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
109 E Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8068
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8068
Gr: K-5 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #33.
Weigelstown Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3205 Carlisle Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8072
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8072
Gr: K-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Leib Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2925 Oakland Rd
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8070
Gr: K-5 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Dover Area Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
46 W Canal St
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Dover, PA 17315
(717) 292-8067
Gr: 6-8 | 773 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
17315, Pennsylvania Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 17315, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 17315, PA include North Salem Elementary School, Dover Area Elementary School and Weigelstown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17315?
5 public elementary schools are located in 17315.
What is the racial composition of students in 17315?
17315 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% 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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