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#1552 of 2,846 schools in PA
Hannah Penn
Elementary School · York City SD
415 E Boundary Ave, York, PA 17403
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
662
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,552 of 2,846
In York
#18 of 39
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
York City SD
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Hannah Penn
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About Hannah Penn
Hannah Penn is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of York City SD. Hannah Penn serves approximately 662 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Hannah Penn has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,552 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Hannah Penn show 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Hannah Penn 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.
43% of students at Hannah Penn 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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Hannah Penn — Students at Hannah Penn score 8% 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 32 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Hannah Penn Compares
See how Hannah Penn performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
415 E Boundary Ave, York, PA 17403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hannah Penn may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Valley View El Sch (rated 6.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McKinley Sch (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Jackson Sch York | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Crispus Attucks CS York | 0.4 mi | 3.2 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Goode Sch York | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| William Penn SHS York | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| McKinley Sch York | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| York Academy Regional CS York | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| TIDINGS OF PEACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL York | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Davis Sch York | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Ferguson Sch York | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Lincoln CS York | 1.3 mi | 2.4 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| GRACE WORDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY York | 1.6 mi | — |
| North Hills El Sch York | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| YORK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL York | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Devers Sch York | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Central York MS York | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17403 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,233
Median Home Value
$206,900
Median Rent
$1,072/mo
Population
40,272
College Educated
31.8%
Homeownership
63.1%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
38.3
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| Brecknock El Sch Denver, PA | 6.2 |
| Brownsville Area El Sch Brownsville, PA | 6.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hannah Penn
What grades does Hannah Penn serve?
Hannah Penn serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hannah Penn?
Hannah Penn has an enrollment of approximately 662 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hannah Penn?
The student-teacher ratio at Hannah Penn is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hannah Penn rank in PA?
Hannah Penn ranks #1,552 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Hannah Penn's MySchoolScout rating?
Hannah Penn has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Hannah Penn?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hannah Penn has 5% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2024).
Is Hannah Penn a charter school?
No, Hannah Penn is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hannah Penn a Title I school?
No, Hannah Penn is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hannah Penn?
100.0% of students at Hannah Penn 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
- 662
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.9%
- Phone
- (717) 849-1256
Resources & Links
District
York City SD- District Enrollment
- 6,232
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,156
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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