For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 258 students in 17271, PA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17271, PA are Fannett-metal Elementary School and Fannett-metal Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 17271 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in 17271, PA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 42% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best 17271, PA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fannett-metal Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
14823 Path Valley Road
Willow Hill, PA 17271
(717) 349-2513
Willow Hill, PA 17271
(717) 349-2513
Gr: K-5 | 182 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Fannett-metal Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
14823 Path Valley Road
Willow Hill, PA 17271
(717) 349-2363
Willow Hill, PA 17271
(717) 349-2363
Gr: 6-8 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 17271, PA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 17271, PA include Fannett-metal Elementary School and Fannett-metal Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 17271?
2 public elementary schools are located in 17271.
What is the racial composition of students in 17271?
17271 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% 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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