Laurelton Elementary School serves 58 students in grades Kindergarten-3.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 76%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 73%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 was higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
76%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)≥50%
73%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
97%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 76% PA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 73% PA state average).
How many students attend Laurelton Elementary School?
58 students attend Laurelton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Laurelton Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laurelton Elementary School?
Laurelton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Laurelton Elementary School offer ?
Laurelton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is Laurelton Elementary School part of?
Laurelton Elementary School is part of Mifflinburg Area School District.
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