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Best Chambersburg Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 8,774 students in Chambersburg, PA (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,330 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Chambersburg, PA are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
The top-ranked public schools in Chambersburg, PA are Guilford Hills Elementary School, South Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Chambersburg, PA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Pennsylvania public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 56% statewide average). Schools in Chambersburg have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Pennsylvania public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public school average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Best Public Schools in Chambersburg, PA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Guilford Hills Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2105 Lincoln Way E
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 352-2124
Gr: K-5 | 191 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
South Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1019 Warm Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3449
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Hamilton Heights Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1589 Johnson Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3448
Gr: K-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Falling Spring Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1006 Falling Spring Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3440
Gr: K-5 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Marion Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
145 Colorado St
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 375-2360
Gr: K-5 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #66.
Chambersburg Area Middle School - North
(Math: 31% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1957 Scotland Ave
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3369
Gr: 6-8 | 1,072 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
New Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3584 Wayne Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3454
Gr: K-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #88.
Chambersburg Area Middle School - South
(Math: 31% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1151 E Mckinley St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3385
Gr: 6-8 | 1,025 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #99.
Scotland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3832 Scotland Main St
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3460
Gr: K-5 | 460 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #1010.
Grandview Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5538 Cumberland Hwy
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-3445
Gr: K-5 | 277 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #1111.
Chambersburg Area Career Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
2459 Loop Road
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 261-5656
Gr: 9-12 | 706 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #1212.
Chambersburg Area Sr. High School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
511 S 6th St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3328
Gr: 9-12 | 2,319 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #1313.
Buchanan Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
730 E Washington St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3432
Gr: K-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #1414.
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
481 North Franklin St
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3442
Gr: K-5 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1515.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
800 Hollywell Ave
Chambersburg, PA 17201
(717) 261-3470
Gr: K-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: n/an/a
Franklin County Career And Technology Center
Vocational School
2463 Loop Rd
Chambersburg, PA 17202
(717) 263-9033
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Chambersburg, PA?
The top-ranked public schools in Chambersburg, PA include Guilford Hills Elementary School, South Hamilton Elementary School and Hamilton Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Chambersburg?
16 public schools are located in Chambersburg.
What percentage of students in Chambersburg go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Chambersburg are educated in public schools (compared to the PA state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in Chambersburg?
Chambersburg public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Pennsylvania public schools average of 40% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Which public schools in Chambersburg are often viewed compared to one another?

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