Serving 665 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Paxtonia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 41% 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: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 665 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paxtonia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Paxtonia Elementary School's student population of 665 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
665 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paxtonia Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,549 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paxtonia Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#538 out of 2549 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
14%
14%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 Paxtonia Elementary School's ranking?
Paxtonia Elementary School is ranked #538 out of 2,549 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Paxtonia Elementary School often compared to?
Paxtonia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert Reid Elementary School, Nye Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Paxtonia Elementary School?
665 students attend Paxtonia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Paxtonia Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paxtonia Elementary School?
Paxtonia Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paxtonia Elementary School offer ?
Paxtonia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paxtonia Elementary School part of?
Paxtonia Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin SD School District.
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