Serving 263 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Middle Paxton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle Paxton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Middle Paxton Elementary School's student population of 263 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle Paxton 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 Middle Paxton Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#750 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
1%
14%
Black
3%
14%
White
90%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Middle Paxton Elementary School's ranking?
Middle Paxton Elementary School is ranked #750 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Middle Paxton Elementary School?
263 students attend Middle Paxton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Middle Paxton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle Paxton Elementary School?
Middle Paxton Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Middle Paxton Elementary School offer ?
Middle Paxton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Middle Paxton Elementary School part of?
Middle Paxton Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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