Serving 720 students in grades 4-5, Elmwood Academy 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 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 720 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmwood Academy's student population of 720 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
720 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmwood Academy 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 Elmwood Academy is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1218 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
11%
14%
White
71%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmwood Academy's ranking?
Elmwood Academy is ranked #1218 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Elmwood Academy often compared to?
Elmwood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Upper Allen Elementary School, Halifax Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Elmwood Academy?
720 students attend Elmwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Elmwood Academy students are White, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmwood Academy?
Elmwood Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elmwood Academy offer ?
Elmwood Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmwood Academy part of?
Elmwood Academy is part of Mechanicsburg Area School District.
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