Lancaster Homes, Schools, Lifestyle
Homes for Sale Public Schools Lifestyle
The majority of homes in Lancaster are part of the Conestoga Valley School District or Lampeter-Strasburg School District. Please contact us to find out whether or not a particular home you’re looking at is eligible for these school districts.
Public School Data for Lancaster
| School Name | Enrollment | Test Rating | Students Per Teacher |
| Fritz Elementary School | 620 | 6 | 17:1 |
| Hans Herr Elementary School | 674 | 8 | 17:1 |
| Leola Elementary School | 412 | 5 | 13:1 |
| Smoketown Elementary School | 675 | 5 | 15:1 |
| Conestoga Valley Middle School | 675 | 7 | 14:1 |
| Martin Meylin Middle School | 722 | 7 | 14:1 |
| Conestoga Valley Senior High School | 1,387 | 8 | 16:1 |
| Lampeter-Strasburg Senior High School | 1,014 | 8 | 14:1 |
Lancaster Lifestyle
Well known for its red-brick Central Market building, the town of Lancaster sits in the southern part of Pennsylvania. The city itself, as well as the surrounding areas, emit a traditional German settlement feel. Directly to the Southeast in Amish farm country is a smaller community known as Strasburg. If you’re thinking about moving to Lancaster, you definitely have several reasons to make the move. Here’s a close look at the various amenities and attractions that Lancaster offers.
Shopping in Lancaster
Whether you need to make a quick stop at the local grocery store or you’re shopping for that perfect engagement ring for someone special, you won’t have to travel far to take advantage of several shopping venues in Lancaster. You can indulge yourself in a variety of stores, including ones that sell Amish-made furniture, locally made foods, and national brand products. A lot of the stores in Lancaster offer free shipping, making it easy to order online. Some of the top shopping venues in Lancaster include:
- The Old Country Store
- The Shops @ Rockvale
- Shaker Shoppe, Inc.
- Tanger Outlet Center
- Carriage House Furnishings
- Dutch Haven Shoo Fly Pie Bakery and Gift Shop
- Ream Jewelers
Restaurants in Lancaster
Your taste buds will dance with delight when you make the move to Lancaster. No matter what you’re in the mood for, you won’t have to travel far to satisfy your cravings. From freshly baked goods to Chinese cuisine and even an All American dinner, Lancaster has delicious food for the whole family. In addition to traditional eateries, you will also find several nearby bars. Need a place to hang with your co-workers after work while everyone sips on a tasty brew? If so, make sure to swing by Tellus360 or Annie Bailey’s Irish Pub. Some of the more notable eateries in Lancaster include:
Local Cuisine
- Lancaster Brewing Company
- Silver Spring Family Restaurant
- Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant
- Champagne Sunday Brunch
Cheap Eats
- Saigon Cafe
- Park City Dinner & Coffee Shop
- Souvalki Boys
- Neptune Diner
Reserve a Table Online Eateries
- JB Dawson’s Restaurant & Bar
- Bistro Barberet & Bakery
- El Serrano
Attractions in Lancaster
Whether you’re moving to Lancaster by yourself or with your family, you can rest easy knowing there are lots of nearby attractions. From water parks to tourists hot spots, there’s a little something for the whole family. Lancaster is rich with history and culture. Go on a steam train ride down at the Strasburg Rail Road or head on over to The Amish Farm and House for a guided tour of the quaint farm where you can learn about the traditional life of the local Amish. Other fun attractions in Lancaster include:
- Lancaster Central Market
- Fulton Theatre
- American Music Theatre
- Wheatland
- Rock Ford Plantation
- Dutch Wonderland
- The Lancaster Science Factory
- Long’s Park
- Hands-on House
- North Museum of Nature and Science
