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Fink EL Sch

Elementary School · Middletown Area SD

150 N Race Street, Middletown, PA 17057

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#1,423 of 2,846

In Middletown

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Middletown Area SD

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Fink EL Sch

6.4/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fink EL Sch

Fink EL Sch is a public elementary school in Middletown, PA, part of Middletown Area SD. Fink EL Sch serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fink EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,423 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Fink EL Sch show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-2.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.2% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.2% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.6 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected+8.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,820
Chronic Absenteeism19.3%

Fink EL Sch — Students at Fink EL Sch score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.0% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
41.5%
2024
Math
48%
ELA
53.9%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Fink EL Sch Compares

See how Fink EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in PA
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

Location

150 N Race Street, Middletown, PA 17057

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fink EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. York Haven El Sch (rated 8.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby York Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kunkel El Sch (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
SEVEN SORROWS BVM SCHOOL Middletown 0.2 mi 8.0
Middletown Area HS Middletown 1.3 mi 6.0
Robert Reid El Sch Middletown 1.4 mi 6.3
Middletown Area MS Middletown 1.5 mi 4.4
GODDARD SCHOOL Hummelstown 2.9 mi
Londonderry El Sch Middletown 2.5 mi 6.6
Kunkel El Sch Middletown 3.5 mi 7.4
Lower Dauphin HS Hummelstown 4.5 mi 7.8
Nye El Sch Hummelstown 4.6 mi 6.2
Price Hummelstown 4.7 mi
Lower Dauphin MS Hummelstown 4.7 mi 5.2
Chambers Hill El Sch Harrisburg 4.9 mi 4.6
ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town 4.8 mi 6.0
Red Mill El Sch Etters 4.8 mi 6.9
Rutherford El Sch Harrisburg 5.4 mi 5.8
THE SAMUEL SCHOOL Harrisburg 5.1 mi
FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey 5.6 mi
York Haven El Sch York Haven 6.2 mi 8.5
LITTLE HANDS NURSERY SCHOOL, LLC Etters 5.2 mi
Newberry El Sch Etters 6.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17057 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,536

Median Home Value

$187,300

Median Rent

$1,122/mo

Population

23,143

College Educated

26.6%

Homeownership

68.2%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.5%

Median Age

38.8

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Eisenhower El Sch Indiana, PA 6.4
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Fox Twp El Sch Kersey, PA 6.4
HOLY GUARDIAN ANGELS REGIONAL SCHOOL Reading, PA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fink EL Sch

What grades does Fink EL Sch serve?

Fink EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Fink EL Sch?

Fink EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fink EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Fink EL Sch is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fink EL Sch rank in PA?

Fink EL Sch ranks #1,423 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Fink EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Fink EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Fink EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fink EL Sch has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Fink EL Sch a charter school?

No, Fink EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Fink EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Fink EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fink EL Sch?

78.2% of students at Fink EL 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Dauphin County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.3%

District

Middletown Area SD
District Enrollment
2,356
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,820
District Rank
#2 of 5

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