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Best Elementary Schools in HARRISBURG, PA
2026 List

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We collect the data from government agencies and also take into account the Student-teacher ratio, public reviews and external ratings. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated .

Best Elementary Schools in HARRISBURG, PA
(2026 List)

Moonpreneur’s rating is based primarily on the STEM performance of the School using the Math Score of the School. We also take into account the Student teacher ratio, the review and rating by others. Read more on how STEM ranking was calculated.

Harrisburg City School District serves approximately 4,600 elementary students across 10 schools in 2024–25, with a 15:1 student–teacher ratio and 98% minority enrollment, 74% economically disadvantaged. Academic proficiency remains a challenge: just 17% in reading and 5% in math, compared to Pennsylvania averages of 55% and 36%. However, a district reconfiguration reinstating fifth grade in elementary schools aims to boost achievement, attendance, and behavior. Notably, growth-based metrics show students typically gain 4.3 academic years over five years, on par with wealthier districts. To accelerate progress, Harrisburg combines structured curriculum, benchmark assessments, and intensive literacy supports from preschool onward. By emphasizing year-over-year growth and data-driven instruction, the district is laying the foundations for more sustainable improvement. Read more

SCHOOL TYPE
GRADES
NUMBER OF STUDENTS
1000
STUDENT–TEACHER RATIO
25
MATH RATING
0%
SCHOOL TYPE
GRADES
NUMBER OF STUDENTS
1000
STUDENT–TEACHER RATIO
25
MATH RATING
0%