Excellent
#146 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 5% in state
Linntown EL Sch
Elementary School · Lewisburg Area Sd · Lewisburg, PA
A Lewisburg Area Sd elementary school where students score 16 points above what's typical for similar communities.
1951 Washington Ave, Lewisburg, PA 17837
- Math 78% vs PA 44% (2024)
- Reading 81% vs PA 52% (2024)
- 12:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Linntown EL Sch score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
2024 PSSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. PA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 11 points since 2020, reaching 80% in 2024.
Show all 15 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 75% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 81% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 34 test records from PA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
25.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Where Linntown EL Sch sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 44Car-Dependent
- Bike 46Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$80,488
Median home value
$262,700
Median rent
$959/mo
College educated
40.8%
Homeownership
64.1%
Poverty rate
10.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 17837; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
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Nearby same-level schools
1 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Grove Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.2 | K–11 | 4.5 mi | 85 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Lewisburg Area Sd
- Schools in district
- 4
- Rank in district
- #2 of 4
- District spending per student
- $17,442NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 7.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Linntown EL Sch is listed in Lewisburg Area SD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Linntown EL Sch
Linntown EL Sch is a public elementary school in Lewisburg, PA, part of Lewisburg Area Sd, serving approximately 263 students in grades 4th-5th with a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #146 of 2,846 schools in PA. State assessment records show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Linntown EL Sch
What grades does Linntown EL Sch serve?
Linntown EL Sch serves students in grades 4th through 5th.
How many students attend Linntown EL Sch?
Linntown EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Linntown EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Linntown EL Sch is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Linntown EL Sch rank in PA?
Linntown EL Sch ranks #146 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Linntown EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Linntown EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 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 Linntown EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Linntown EL Sch has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 81% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Linntown EL Sch a charter school?
No, Linntown EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Linntown EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Linntown EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Linntown EL Sch?
25.9% of students at Linntown 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 4th – 5th
- Enrollment
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Union County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.7%
- Phone
- (570) 523-3220
- Area population (ZIP 17837)
- 18,312
- Area average commute
- 15.7 min
- Area median age
- 36.6
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2024 PSSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: 2024 PSSA. A newer release may be available.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 17837; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2024; directory SY 2023–24
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