Serving 571 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lingle Avenue Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lingle Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lingle Avenue Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lingle Avenue 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 Lingle Avenue Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#116 out of 2549 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lingle Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Lingle Avenue Elementary School is ranked #116 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Lingle Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Lingle Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forge Road Elementary School, Northside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Lingle Avenue Elementary School?
571 students attend Lingle Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Lingle Avenue Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lingle Avenue Elementary School?
Lingle Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lingle Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Lingle Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lingle Avenue Elementary School part of?
Lingle Avenue Elementary School is part of Palmyra Area SD School District.
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