Serving 341 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Eshleman Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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-6
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eshleman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eshleman Elementary School's student population of 341 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eshleman 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 Eshleman Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#783 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
6%
14%
White
67%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
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 Eshleman Elementary School's ranking?
Eshleman Elementary School is ranked #783 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Eshleman Elementary School often compared to?
Eshleman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hambright Elementary School, Martin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Eshleman Elementary School?
341 students attend Eshleman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Eshleman Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eshleman Elementary School?
Eshleman Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eshleman Elementary School offer ?
Eshleman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eshleman Elementary School part of?
Eshleman Elementary School is part of Penn Manor School District.
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