Very Good
#838 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 29% in state
James Burd EL Sch
Elementary School · Shippensburg Area SD
317 North Morris Street, Shippensburg, PA 17257
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#838 of 2,846
In Shippensburg
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Shippensburg Area SD
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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James Burd EL Sch
Elementary School in Shippensburg · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About James Burd EL Sch
James Burd EL Sch is a public elementary school in Shippensburg, PA, part of Shippensburg Area SD. James Burd EL Sch serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. James Burd EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #838 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for James Burd EL Sch show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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James Burd EL Sch — Students at James Burd EL Sch score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.8%
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: 7.8/10.
How James Burd EL Sch Compares
See how James Burd EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
317 North Morris Street, Shippensburg, PA 17257
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James Burd EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch (rated 6.5/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Scotland El Sch (rated 5.7/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Chambersburg), a more accessible option. Additionally, Nancy Grayson El Sch (rated 5.4/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shippensburg, see our Shippensburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shippensburg Area Intrm Sch Shippensburg | 0.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Grace B Luhrs Univ Elem Shippensburg | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Nancy Grayson El Sch Shippensburg | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| MIDDLE RUN PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 2.5 mi | 3.3 |
| OAK GROVE PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Shippensburg Area MS Shippensburg | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Shippensburg Area SHS Shippensburg | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
| CEDAR KNOLL PAROCHIAL Shippensburg | 3.8 mi | — |
| MT ROCK PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Shippensburg | 3.9 mi | — |
| ANCHOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Shippensburg | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| SUNSET PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Newburg | 5.8 mi | — |
| MOWERSVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newburg | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
| GREEN SPRING MENNONITE SCHOOL Newville | 6.9 mi | — |
| MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Newburg | 7.3 mi | — |
| STONEY CREEK SCHOOL Orrstown | 6.1 mi | — |
| Scotland El Sch Chambersburg | 7.2 mi | 5.7 |
| PROVIDENCE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Scotland | 7.4 mi | — |
| Grandview El Sch Chambersburg | 7.0 mi | 4.2 |
| GLOBAL VISION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scotland | 7.7 mi | 7.6 |
| CULBERTSON MENNONITE SCHOOL Chambersburg | 7.3 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17257 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$71,504
Median Home Value
$219,200
Median Rent
$1,058/mo
Population
29,116
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
67.9%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
34
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James Burd EL Sch
What grades does James Burd EL Sch serve?
James Burd EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend James Burd EL Sch?
James Burd EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James Burd EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at James Burd EL Sch is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James Burd EL Sch rank in PA?
James Burd EL Sch ranks #838 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is James Burd EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
James Burd EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 James Burd EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James Burd EL Sch has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James Burd EL Sch a charter school?
No, James Burd EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James Burd EL Sch a Title I school?
No, James Burd EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James Burd EL Sch?
64.8% of students at James Burd 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
- Kindergarten – 3rd
- Enrollment
- 522
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (717) 530-2780
Resources & Links
District
Shippensburg Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,671
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,925
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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