Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Price Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Price Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Price Elementary School's student population of 392 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Price Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Price Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#2376 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
67%
14%
Black
19%
14%
White
5%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Price Elementary School's ranking?
Price Elementary School is ranked #2376 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Price Elementary School often compared to?
Price Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Price Elementary School?
392 students attend Price Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Price Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Price Elementary School?
Price Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Price Elementary School offer ?
Price Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Price Elementary School part of?
Price Elementary School is part of Lancaster School District.
School Reviews
5 8/19/2021
Hi, im a student in price elementary, and im in 5th grade in Mr. Pettis's class. I've gotta give it to them There probably The BEST school I've been to! And I have had the best years there Im also sad because my 2nd-grade teacher Mrs. Feldmen was a great teacher and has left that school, But after all I love it -student layliana-
5 8/6/2019
Price has some of the most patient,caring and loving teachers!! My son has been here for 3 years. Mrs. Gantz and Ms. Honeywell are truely wonderful!!! I was nervous about him going here at first but I''m so glad he does!! And although we love and miss Mrs. Nemeth from last year, we really adore Dr. Krane and Mr. A!!! Even the secretary Mrs. Helm, who''s been here for YEARS, is cool!! They are all truly a blessing!! Keep up the good work!!!!
5 6/20/2012
the autistic support teacher and her paras are awesome! John will miss you miss wagner, miss cathy and miss barb!
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