Serving 707 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Side 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 44% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Side Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North Side Elementary School's student population of 707 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
707 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Side 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 North Side Elementary School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1271 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
24%
14%
White
41%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Side Elementary School's ranking?
North Side Elementary School is ranked #1271 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are North Side Elementary School often compared to?
North Side Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Linglestown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend North Side Elementary School?
707 students attend North Side Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of North Side Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Black, 20% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Side Elementary School?
North Side Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Side Elementary School offer ?
North Side Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Side Elementary School part of?
North Side Elementary School is part of Central Dauphin School District.
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