Excellent
#350 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 12% in state
Lingle Avenue EL Sch
Elementary School · Palmyra Area SD
600 S Lingle Ave, Palmyra, PA 17078
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
575
Student-Teacher
16:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#350 of 2,846
In Palmyra
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Palmyra Area SD
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lingle Avenue EL Sch
Elementary School in Palmyra · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lingle Avenue EL Sch
Lingle Avenue EL Sch is a public elementary school in Palmyra, PA, part of Palmyra Area SD. Lingle Avenue EL Sch serves approximately 575 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Lingle Avenue EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #350 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Lingle Avenue EL Sch show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Lingle Avenue EL Sch — Students at Lingle Avenue EL Sch score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
31.5%
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: 9.3/10.
How Lingle Avenue EL Sch Compares
See how Lingle Avenue 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
600 S Lingle Ave, Palmyra, PA 17078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lingle Avenue EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hershey Intrmd El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hershey Primary El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Northside El Sch (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palmyra, see our Palmyra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Street El Sch Palmyra | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Palmyra Area SHS Palmyra | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Palmyra Area MS Palmyra | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Forge Road El Sch Palmyra | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Northside El Sch Palmyra | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL Hershey | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Hershey MS Hershey | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Hershey HS Hershey | 2.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Hershey Primary El Sch Hershey | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Hershey Intrmd El Sch Hershey | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr Hershey | 2.7 mi | 7.5 |
| TENDER YEARS Hershey | 2.8 mi | — |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| BELLAIRE RIDGE SCHOOL Hershey | 4.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown | 4.7 mi | 7.1 |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey | 4.3 mi | — |
| ST JOAN OF ARC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hummels Town | 4.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Annville El Sch Annville | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
| South Hanover El Sch Hershey | 4.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Annville-Cleona MS Annville | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,533
Median Home Value
$278,300
Median Rent
$1,252/mo
Population
23,798
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
41.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lingle Avenue EL Sch
What grades does Lingle Avenue EL Sch serve?
Lingle Avenue EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Lingle Avenue EL Sch?
Lingle Avenue EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 575 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lingle Avenue EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Lingle Avenue EL Sch is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Lingle Avenue EL Sch rank in PA?
Lingle Avenue EL Sch ranks #350 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Lingle Avenue EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Lingle Avenue EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Lingle Avenue EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lingle Avenue EL Sch has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Lingle Avenue EL Sch a charter school?
No, Lingle Avenue EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lingle Avenue EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Lingle Avenue EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lingle Avenue EL Sch?
31.5% of students at Lingle Avenue 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 575
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 31.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lebanon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.6%
- Phone
- (717) 838-1331
Resources & Links
District
Palmyra Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,518
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,663
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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