Very Good
#637 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 22% in state
Leaders Heights EL Sch
Elementary School · Dallastown Area SD
49 Indian Rock Dam Rd, York, PA 17403
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#637 of 2,846
In York
#3 of 39
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Dallastown Area SD
Academic performance
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Leaders Heights EL Sch
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About Leaders Heights EL Sch
Leaders Heights EL Sch is a public elementary school in York, PA, part of Dallastown Area SD. Leaders Heights EL Sch serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Leaders Heights EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #637 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Leaders Heights EL Sch show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 168 students, Leaders Heights EL Sch is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Leaders Heights EL Sch — Students at Leaders Heights EL Sch score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.6%
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
↓ 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: 7.6/10.
How Leaders Heights EL Sch Compares
See how Leaders Heights EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
49 Indian Rock Dam Rd, York, PA 17403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leaders Heights EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loganville-Springfield El Sch (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Indian Rock El Sch (rated 7.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 3.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in York, see our York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| York Twp El Sch York | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
| York County School of Technology York | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Dallastown Area Intermediate Sch York | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
| YORK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL York | 2.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Jackson Sch York | 2.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Indian Rock El Sch York | 2.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Valley View El Sch York | 2.8 mi | 6.7 |
| McKinley Sch York | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Crispus Attucks CS York | 3.0 mi | 3.2 |
| York Suburban SHS York | 2.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Hannah Penn York | 3.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC SCHOOL York | 3.3 mi | 7.1 |
| William Penn SHS York | 3.3 mi | 4.2 |
| LOGOS ACADEMY York | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| GRACE WORDS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY York | 3.3 mi | — |
| Loganville-Springfield El Sch York | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Lincoln CS York | 3.4 mi | 2.4 |
| KEYSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY - YORK York | 3.7 mi | 7.9 |
| York Academy Regional CS York | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
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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| Friendship Hill El Sch Point Marion, PA | 7.7 |
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| SHALOM MENNONITE SCHOOL Terre Hill, PA | 7.7 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Waynesboro, PA | 7.7 |
| Springfield El Sch East Springfield, PA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leaders Heights EL Sch
What grades does Leaders Heights EL Sch serve?
Leaders Heights EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.
How many students attend Leaders Heights EL Sch?
Leaders Heights EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leaders Heights EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Leaders Heights EL Sch is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leaders Heights EL Sch rank in PA?
Leaders Heights EL Sch ranks #637 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Leaders Heights EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Leaders Heights EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Leaders Heights EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leaders Heights EL Sch has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Leaders Heights EL Sch a charter school?
No, Leaders Heights EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leaders Heights EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Leaders Heights EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leaders Heights EL Sch?
28.6% of students at Leaders Heights 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
- 168
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.1%
- Phone
- (717) 741-1826
Resources & Links
District
Dallastown Area SD- District Enrollment
- 6,370
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,259
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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