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GreatSchools Rating: 4 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Harrisburg's rating is based on its public schools' test results; 10 is best. Learn more >

Top-Rated Harrisburg Public Schools

 
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Linglestown Middle SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 9 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Central Dauphin Middle SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Chamber Hill Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Linglestown Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.
Paxtonia Elementary SchoolGreatSchools Rating: 8 out of 10. GreatSchools Ratings are based on test results. 10 is best.

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What's it like to live in Harrisburg?

HarrisburgPennsylvaniaU.S.
Median household income $30,965 $47,086 $49,199
Cost of living (% of national avg)78% 89% 100%
Unemployment 3% 4% 4%
Violent crime index (1 is lowest)823
Days per year with some sun: 193
Days per year with some precipitation: 125		More about this data
Source: Sperling's Best Places
Population: 47,109

Recent Parent Reviews

Central Dauphin East Senior High School

5 out of 5 stars
27 days ago

I work at East. I love my job. It is very diverse and yes there are problems but kids w...

Central Dauphin Senior High School

35 days ago

As a parent of 2 students at this school, I am never surprised by the lack of support. ...

Lawnton Elementary School

58 days ago

Wonderful environment. Very active PTO works with teachers/administrators to make lear...

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