Serving 526 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Benjamin Chambers Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 526 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Chambers Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2095 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
49%
14%
Black
12%
14%
White
28%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
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 Benjamin Chambers Elementary School's ranking?
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School is ranked #2095 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Benjamin Chambers Elementary School often compared to?
Benjamin Chambers Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Falling Spring Elementary School, Stevens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Chambers Elementary School?
526 students attend Benjamin Chambers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Benjamin Chambers Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Chambers Elementary School?
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Benjamin Chambers Elementary School offer ?
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Benjamin Chambers Elementary School part of?
Benjamin Chambers Elementary School is part of Chambersburg Area SD School District.
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