Serving 450 students in grades Kindergarten-6, East Petersburg 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% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Petersburg Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Petersburg Elementary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Petersburg 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 East Petersburg Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#936 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
24%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
62%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 East Petersburg Elementary School's ranking?
East Petersburg Elementary School is ranked #936 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are East Petersburg Elementary School often compared to?
East Petersburg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rohrerstown Elementary School, Centerville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend East Petersburg Elementary School?
450 students attend East Petersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of East Petersburg Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Petersburg Elementary School?
East Petersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Petersburg Elementary School offer ?
East Petersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Petersburg Elementary School part of?
East Petersburg Elementary School is part of Hempfield School District.
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