Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Conewago Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conewago Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Conewago Elementary School's student population of 211 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Conewago Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conewago Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#675 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
9%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
86%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conewago Elementary School's ranking?
Conewago Elementary School is ranked #675 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Conewago Elementary School?
211 students attend Conewago Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Conewago Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Conewago Elementary School?
Conewago Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Conewago Elementary School offer ?
Conewago Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Conewago Elementary School part of?
Conewago Elementary School is part of Lower Dauphin School District.
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