Serving 188 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Dallastown Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dallastown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dallastown Elementary School's student population of 188 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dallastown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dallastown Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#37 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dallastown Elementary School's ranking?
Dallastown Elementary School is ranked #37 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dallastown Elementary School?
188 students attend Dallastown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dallastown Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dallastown Elementary School?
Dallastown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dallastown Elementary School offer ?
Dallastown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Dallastown Elementary School part of?
Dallastown Elementary School is part of Dallastown Area SD School District.
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