Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Dallastown 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 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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-3
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dallastown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Dallastown Elementary School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dallastown 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 Dallastown Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#683 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
78%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
1%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dallastown Elementary School's ranking?
Dallastown Elementary School is ranked #683 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Dallastown Elementary School often compared to?
Dallastown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mazie Gable Elementary School, Spring Grove Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Dallastown Elementary School?
184 students attend Dallastown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Dallastown Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dallastown Elementary School?
Dallastown Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Dallastown Elementary School offer ?
Dallastown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Dallastown Elementary School part of?
Dallastown Elementary School is part of Dallastown Area School District.
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