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Mazie Gable EL Sch

Elementary School · Red Lion Area SD

100 East Prospect St, Red Lion, PA 17356

Enrollment

531

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Pennsylvania schools

#2,659 of 2,846

In Red Lion

#6 of 6

public schools

In district

#8 of 8

Red Lion Area SD

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Mazie Gable EL Sch

3.5/10

Elementary School in Red Lion · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Mazie Gable EL Sch

Mazie Gable EL Sch is a public elementary school in Red Lion, PA, part of Red Lion Area SD. Mazie Gable EL Sch serves approximately 531 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mazie Gable EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,659 of 2,846 schools in PA.

Structured state assessment records for Mazie Gable EL Sch show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • PA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-3.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22.3% (2024 PSSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.3% (2024 PSSA)
Math vs. State Avg-29.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-15.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2024 PSSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 PSSA)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,374
Chronic Absenteeism21.8%

Mazie Gable EL Sch — Students at Mazie Gable EL Sch score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 PSSA)
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
53.3% (2024 PSSA)

Based on 38 test records from PA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
78%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2019
Math
40%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
21.1%
ELA
37.8%
2024
Math
22%
ELA
40%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Mazie Gable EL Sch Compares

See how Mazie Gable EL Sch performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
7th percentile in PA
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
76%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 East Prospect St, Red Lion, PA 17356

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mazie Gable EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dallastown El Sch (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Dallastown), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK (rated 7.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST JOSEPH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby York), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Red Lion, see our Red Lion schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Red Lion Area SHS Red Lion 0.9 mi 5.7
RIVER ROCK ACADEMY RED LION CAMPUS Red Lion 1.0 mi 7.1
Red Lion Area JHS Red Lion 1.1 mi 4.2
Pleasant View El Sch Red Lion 1.1 mi 4.5
RED LION CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Red Lion 1.5 mi 5.7
Larry J. Macaluso El Sch Red Lion 2.1 mi 5.6
Dallastown El Sch Dallastown 2.1 mi 8.3
Dallastown Area SHS Dallastown 2.4 mi 7.3
Dallastown Area MS Dallastown 2.4 mi 4.0
Locust Grove El Sch York 3.8 mi 6.1
Ore Valley El Sch York 3.2 mi 6.5
GRACE ACADEMY York 4.2 mi 4.7
N Hopewell-Winterstown El Sch Red Lion 4.7 mi 5.7
York Twp El Sch York 3.9 mi 5.9
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF YORK York 4.3 mi 7.8
York County School of Technology York 4.3 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL York 5.4 mi 6.7
York Suburban MS York 5.3 mi 5.8
THE MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S HOUSE OF YORK York 5.7 mi 7.1
Yorkshire El Sch York 5.5 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 17356 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,726

Median Home Value

$228,000

Median Rent

$966/mo

Population

22,457

College Educated

22.5%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

40.9

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DeBurgos Bilingual Magnet MS Philadelphia, PA 3.5
Hayshire El Sch York, PA 3.5
Montessori Regional CS Erie, PA 3.5
Penrose Sch Philadelphia, PA 3.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mazie Gable EL Sch

What grades does Mazie Gable EL Sch serve?

Mazie Gable EL Sch serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Mazie Gable EL Sch?

Mazie Gable EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 531 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mazie Gable EL Sch?

The student-teacher ratio at Mazie Gable EL Sch is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mazie Gable EL Sch rank in PA?

Mazie Gable EL Sch ranks #2,659 of 2,846 schools in PA.

What is Mazie Gable EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?

Mazie Gable EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Mazie Gable EL Sch?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mazie Gable EL Sch has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Mazie Gable EL Sch a charter school?

No, Mazie Gable EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mazie Gable EL Sch a Title I school?

No, Mazie Gable EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mazie Gable EL Sch?

75.7% of students at Mazie Gable 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
531
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.8%

District

Red Lion Area SD
District Enrollment
4,767
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,374
District Rank
#8 of 8

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