Serving 765 students in grades 3-5, Thomas W Holtzman Jr 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 22% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 765 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School's student population of 765 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
765 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thomas W Holtzman Jr 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 Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is 0.78, 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
#1848 out of 2549 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
4%
Hispanic
16%
14%
Black
33%
14%
White
21%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School's ranking?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is ranked #1848 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School often compared to?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School, Benjamin Franklin School, Linglestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School?
765 students attend Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School offer ?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School part of?
Thomas W Holtzman Jr Elementary School is part of Susquehanna Township SD School District.
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