Serving 276 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Akron Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akron Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Akron Elementary School's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Akron Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Akron Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1230 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
14%
Black
2%
14%
White
74%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akron Elementary School's ranking?
Akron Elementary School is ranked #1230 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Akron Elementary School often compared to?
Akron Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clay Elementary School, Rohrerstown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Akron Elementary School?
276 students attend Akron Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Akron Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Akron Elementary School?
Akron Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Akron Elementary School offer ?
Akron Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Akron Elementary School part of?
Akron Elementary School is part of Ephrata Area School District.
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