Very Good
#691 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 24% in state
Halifax Area EL Sch
Elementary School · Halifax Area SD
3940 Peters Mountain Rd, Halifax, PA 17032
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#691 of 2,846
In Halifax
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Halifax Area SD
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Halifax Area EL Sch
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About Halifax Area EL Sch
Halifax Area EL Sch is a public elementary school in Halifax, PA, part of Halifax Area SD. Halifax Area EL Sch serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Halifax Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #691 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Halifax Area EL Sch show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Halifax Area EL Sch sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Halifax Area EL Sch — Students at Halifax Area EL Sch score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.1/10.
How Halifax Area EL Sch Compares
See how Halifax Area EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3940 Peters Mountain Rd, Halifax, PA 17032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Halifax Area EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lenkerville Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Millersburg), with a very similar rating. Another option is RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Harrisburg), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Middle Paxton El Sch (rated 6.9/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Dauphin), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Halifax, see our Halifax schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Halifax Area HS Halifax | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Halifax Area MS Halifax | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Lenkerville Elementary School Millersburg | 4.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Millersburg Area High School Millersburg | 5.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Millersburg Area Middle School Millersburg | 5.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Middle Paxton El Sch Dauphin | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| NORTHERN DAUPHIN COUNTY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg | 5.8 mi | 6.1 |
| NORTHERN DAUPHIN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Millersburg | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Susquenita El Sch Duncannon | 8.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Susquenita MS Duncannon | 8.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Susquenita HS Duncannon | 8.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Upper Dauphin Area HS Elizabethville | 8.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Thomas W Holtzman Jr El Sch Harrisburg | 9.9 mi | 2.8 |
| LITTLE LEARNERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Harrisburg | 10.0 mi | — |
| GODDARD SCHOOL Harrisburg | 10.1 mi | — |
| East Pennsboro Area MS Enola | 11.4 mi | 4.5 |
| RABBI DAVID L SILVER YESHIVA ACADEMY Harrisburg | 11.4 mi | 7.1 |
| East Pennsboro El Sch Enola | 11.4 mi | 5.3 |
| RAKERS MILL SCHOOL Elizabethville | 10.2 mi | — |
| East Pennsboro Area SHS Enola | 11.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,625
Median Home Value
$212,400
Median Rent
$747/mo
Population
7,630
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
83.9%
Avg Commute
30.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.2%
Median Age
47.3
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| Central El Sch Elizabeth, PA | 7.6 |
| East High Street El Sch Elizabethtown, PA | 7.6 |
| Johnsonburg Area El Sch Johnsonburg, PA | 7.6 |
| Kane Area El Sch Kane, PA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Halifax Area EL Sch
What grades does Halifax Area EL Sch serve?
Halifax Area EL Sch serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Halifax Area EL Sch?
Halifax Area EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Halifax Area EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Halifax Area EL Sch is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Halifax Area EL Sch rank in PA?
Halifax Area EL Sch ranks #691 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Halifax Area EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Halifax Area EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Halifax Area EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Halifax Area EL Sch has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Halifax Area EL Sch a charter school?
No, Halifax Area EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Halifax Area EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Halifax Area EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Halifax Area EL Sch?
50.0% of students at Halifax Area 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Dauphin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (717) 896-3416
Resources & Links
District
Halifax Area SD- District Enrollment
- 903
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,824
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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