Serving 286 students in grades 1-3, Upper Allen 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-3
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Upper Allen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Upper Allen Elementary School's student population of 286 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Upper Allen 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 Upper Allen Elementary School is 0.58, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1078 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
5%
14%
Black
21%
14%
White
61%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Upper Allen Elementary School's ranking?
Upper Allen Elementary School is ranked #1078 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Upper Allen Elementary School often compared to?
Upper Allen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elmwood Academy, Halifax Area Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Upper Allen Elementary School?
286 students attend Upper Allen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Upper Allen Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Upper Allen Elementary School?
Upper Allen Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Upper Allen Elementary School offer ?
Upper Allen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Upper Allen Elementary School part of?
Upper Allen Elementary School is part of Mechanicsburg Area School District.
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