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#1624 of 2,846 schools in PA
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Kindergarten Academy
Elementary School · Mechanicsburg Area SD
600 S Norway St, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 16 schools in Mechanicsburg. Learn more
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – Kindergarten
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#1,624 of 2,846
In Mechanicsburg
#16 of 17
public schools
In district
#7 of 8
Mechanicsburg Area SD
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Kindergarten Academy
Elementary School in Mechanicsburg · grades Kindergarten – Kindergarten. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Elmwood Academy
0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
Northside EL Sch
0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About Kindergarten Academy
Kindergarten Academy is a public elementary school in Mechanicsburg, PA, part of Mechanicsburg Area SD. Kindergarten Academy serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-Kindergarten, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Kindergarten Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,624 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Based on limited data: 44% component coverage.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Kindergarten Academy Compares
See how Kindergarten Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 S Norway St, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kindergarten Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Shepherdstown El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northside El Sch (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Upper Allen El Sch (rated 7.9/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mechanicsburg, see our Mechanicsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Academy Mechanicsburg | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Northside El Sch Mechanicsburg | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Broad Street El Sch Mechanicsburg | 1.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Mechanicsburg Area SHS Mechanicsburg | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Mechanicsburg MS Mechanicsburg | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Upper Allen El Sch Mechanicsburg | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Shepherdstown El Sch Mechanicsburg | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Sporting Hill El Sch Mechanicsburg | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| THE GODDARD SCHOOL Mechanicsburg | 1.8 mi | — |
| TENDER YEARS - MECHANICSBURG Mechanicsburg | 2.3 mi | — |
| THE CHILDRENS GARDEN OF ST JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCH Shiremanstown | 2.2 mi | — |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mechanicsburg | 2.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hampden El Sch Mechanicsburg | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| KIDDIE ACADEMY OF SILVER SPRING TOWNSHIP Mechanicsburg | 2.6 mi | — |
| Rossmoyne El Sch Mechanicsburg | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| RIVER ROCK ACADEMY-SHIREMANSTOWN Shiremanstown | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Allen MS Camp Hill | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| OAKWOOD BAPTIST DAY SCHOOL Camp Hill | 2.8 mi | — |
| GRACE WAY CHILDREN ACADEMY Camp Hill | 2.9 mi | — |
| AL-HUDA Camp Hill | 3.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,542
Median Home Value
$266,400
Median Rent
$1,320/mo
Population
41,416
College Educated
47.2%
Homeownership
70.9%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barth El Sch Pottstown, PA | 6.0 |
| Bellaire El Sch Carlisle, PA | 6.0 |
| Boothwyn El Sch Boothwyn, PA | 6.0 |
| Bregy F Amedee Sch Philadelphia, PA | 6.0 |
| Duquesne El Sch Duquesne, PA | 6.0 |
| Edgewood El Sch Folsom, PA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kindergarten Academy
What grades does Kindergarten Academy serve?
Kindergarten Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through Kindergarten.
How many students attend Kindergarten Academy?
Kindergarten Academy has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kindergarten Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Kindergarten Academy is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kindergarten Academy rank in PA?
Kindergarten Academy ranks #1,624 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Kindergarten Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Kindergarten Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Kindergarten Academy a charter school?
No, Kindergarten Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kindergarten Academy a Title I school?
No, Kindergarten Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kindergarten Academy?
41.4% of students at Kindergarten Academy 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 – Kindergarten
- Enrollment
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cumberland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.8%
- Phone
- (717) 506-0852
Resources & Links
District
Mechanicsburg Area SD- District Enrollment
- 4,671
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,315
- District Rank
- #7 of 8
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