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#1424 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 50% in state
James F Baugher EL Sch
Elementary School · Milton Area SD
60 Brenda Rovenolt Circle, Milton, PA 17847
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,424 of 2,846
In Milton
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Milton Area SD
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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James F Baugher EL Sch
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About James F Baugher EL Sch
James F Baugher EL Sch is a public elementary school in Milton, PA, part of Milton Area SD. James F Baugher EL Sch serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. James F Baugher EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,424 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for James F Baugher EL Sch show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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James F Baugher EL Sch — Students at James F Baugher EL Sch score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.2%
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: 6.2/10.
How James F Baugher EL Sch Compares
See how James F Baugher EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Brenda Rovenolt Circle, Milton, PA 17847
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering James F Baugher EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Linntown El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Lewisburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kelly El Sch (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Lewisburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, White Deer El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby New Columbia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Milton, see our Milton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Milton HS Milton | 0.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Milton Area MS Milton | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FERN HILL SCHOOL Milton | 0.6 mi | — |
| MEADOWBROOK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Milton | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| White Deer El Sch New Columbia | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Kelly El Sch Lewisburg | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Lewisburg HS Lewisburg | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| MARANATHA MENNONITE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Watsontown | 4.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Linntown El Sch Lewisburg | 5.5 mi | 8.8 |
| Warrior Run JSHS Turbotville | 6.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Donald H Eichhorn MS Lewisburg | 5.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Priestley Sch Northumberland | 8.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Shikellamy MS Northumberland | 8.5 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTHUMBERLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Northumberland | 8.6 mi | 5.3 |
| SUNNY SLOPE AMISH PAROCH SCHOOL Turbotville | 8.1 mi | — |
| COUNTY LINE AMISH PAROCHIAL SCHOOL Winfield | 9.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Chief Shikellamy Sch Sunbury | 10.2 mi | 5.4 |
| WINDY HILL SCHOOL Winfield | 10.3 mi | — |
| Montgomery El Sch Montgomery | 11.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Montgomery JSHS Montgomery | 11.1 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17847 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,582
Median Home Value
$185,400
Median Rent
$835/mo
Population
11,461
College Educated
17.1%
Homeownership
62.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
42.8
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| Elmwood Academy Mechanicsburg, PA | 6.4 |
| Fayetteville El Sch Fayetteville, PA | 6.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about James F Baugher EL Sch
What grades does James F Baugher EL Sch serve?
James F Baugher EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend James F Baugher EL Sch?
James F Baugher EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at James F Baugher EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at James F Baugher EL Sch is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does James F Baugher EL Sch rank in PA?
James F Baugher EL Sch ranks #1,424 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is James F Baugher EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
James F Baugher 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 James F Baugher EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, James F Baugher EL Sch has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is James F Baugher EL Sch a charter school?
No, James F Baugher EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is James F Baugher EL Sch a Title I school?
No, James F Baugher EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for James F Baugher EL Sch?
59.2% of students at James F Baugher 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Northumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.1%
- Phone
- (570) 742-7614
Resources & Links
District
Milton Area SD- District Enrollment
- 1,925
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,651
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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