Below Average
#2299 of 2,846 schools in PA
Devers Sch
Elementary School · York City SD
801 Chanceford Ave, York, PA 17404
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
693
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,299 of 2,846
In York
#30 of 39
public schools
In district
#6 of 9
York City SD
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Devers Sch
Elementary School in York · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Devers Sch
Devers Sch is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of York City SD. Devers Sch serves approximately 693 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Devers Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,299 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Devers Sch show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Devers Sch sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at Devers Sch were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Devers Sch — Students at Devers Sch score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Devers Sch Compares
See how Devers Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
801 Chanceford Ave, York, PA 17404
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Devers Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy (rated 7.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Indian Rock El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ferguson Sch York | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Edgar Fahs Smith STEAM Academy York | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Lincoln CS York | 1.1 mi | 2.4 |
| York Academy Regional CS York | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| GRACE WORDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY York | 1.4 mi | — |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| West York Area MS York | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| William Penn SHS York | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| West York Area HS York | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Goode Sch York | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| McKinley Sch York | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF YORK York | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Crispus Attucks CS York | 1.9 mi | 3.2 |
| YORK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL York | 2.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Hannah Penn York | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Jackson Sch York | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Hayshire El Sch York | 2.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Indian Rock El Sch York | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,882
Median Home Value
$176,200
Median Rent
$1,136/mo
Population
38,973
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
70.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
38.6
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|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Sch Harrisburg, PA | 4.6 |
| California Area El Sch Coal Center, PA | 4.6 |
| Crestview El Sch Carlisle, PA | 4.6 |
| Franklin Benjamin Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
| Frederick Douglass Mastery CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.6 |
| Harding El Sch Lebanon, PA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Devers Sch
What grades does Devers Sch serve?
Devers Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Devers Sch?
Devers Sch has an enrollment of approximately 693 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Devers Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Devers Sch is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Devers Sch rank in PA?
Devers Sch ranks #2,299 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Devers Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Devers Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Devers Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Devers Sch has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2024).
Is Devers Sch a charter school?
No, Devers Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Devers Sch a Title I school?
No, Devers Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Devers Sch?
100.0% of students at Devers Sch qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 693
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (717) 849-1210
Resources & Links
District
York City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,232
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,156
- District Rank
- #6 of 9
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