Very Good
#661 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 23% in state
Martic EL Sch
Elementary School · Penn Manor Sd · Holtwood, PA
A Penn Manor Sd elementary school where students score 9 points above what's typical for similar communities.
266 Martic Heights Dr, Holtwood, PA 17532
- Math 61% vs PA 44% (2024)
- Reading 68% vs PA 53% (2024)
- 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Martic EL Sch score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
2024 PSSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. PA average.
Trend
↑ RecoveringProficiency declined earlier in the 16-year record (2009–2024), then recovered 8 points since 2020, reaching 65% in 2024.
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 63% (multi-year average, 2009-2024) · reading/ELA 69% (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 38 test records from PA state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
46%
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.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where Martic 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 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 12Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low0/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$87,857
Median home value
$319,200
Median rent
$938/mo
College educated
15.6%
Homeownership
89.8%
Poverty rate
7.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 17532; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conestoga EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 7.3 | K–6 | 5.0 mi | 327 | Compare → |
| Central Manor EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 7.4 | K–6 | Not available | 618 | Compare → |
| Eshleman EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 7.4 | K–6 | Not available | 340 | Compare → |
| Hambright EL SchEnrollment path unverified | 7.5 | K–6 | Not available | 589 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Penn Manor Sd
- Schools in district
- 10
- Rank in district
- #2 of 10
- District spending per student
- $14,416NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 8.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
Martic EL Sch is listed in Penn Manor SD; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Martic EL Sch
Martic EL Sch is a public elementary school in Holtwood, PA, part of Penn Manor Sd, serving approximately 289 students in grades Kindergarten-6th with a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #661 of 2,846 schools in PA. State assessment records show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Martic EL Sch
What grades does Martic EL Sch serve?
Martic EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Martic EL Sch?
Martic EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 289 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Martic EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Martic EL Sch is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Martic EL Sch rank in PA?
Martic EL Sch ranks #661 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Martic EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Martic 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 Martic EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Martic EL Sch has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Martic EL Sch a charter school?
No, Martic EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Martic EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Martic EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Martic EL Sch?
46.0% of students at Martic 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 289
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.4%
- Phone
- (717) 284-4128
- Area population (ZIP 17532)
- 3,345
- Area average commute
- 32.2 min
- Area median age
- 40
Official sources & links
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 17532; 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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