For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,868 students in Manheim, PA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manheim, PA are Doe Run Elementary School, Baron Elementary School and Manheim Central Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manheim, PA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 54% statewide average). Elementary schools in Manheim have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary school average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Manheim, PA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Doe Run Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
281 Doe Run Rd
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8800
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8800
Gr: K-4 | 672 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Baron Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
123 E Gramby St
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8900
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 665-8900
Gr: PK-4 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Manheim Central Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
261 White Oak Rd
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-1700
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-1700
Gr: 5-8 | 846 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Manheim, PA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Manheim, PA include Doe Run Elementary School, Baron Elementary School and Manheim Central Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Manheim?
3 public elementary schools are located in Manheim.
What is the racial composition of students in Manheim?
Manheim public elementary schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Pennsylvania public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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