Mercersburg EL Sch

Mercersburg El Sch serves 238 students from kindergarten through fifth grade in the rural community of Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. With 18 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio that allows for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, Mercersburg Elementary demonstrates solid performance with a MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #528 out of 2,852 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 82nd percentile among Pennsylvania schools.

Students show strong achievement in both core subjects, with 62% reaching proficiency or above in English Language Arts and reading, while 64% achieve proficiency in mathematics. The school draws from a stable rural community where the median household income is $75,119 and median home values are $230,000. With a relatively low poverty rate of 10.8% in the surrounding ZIP code, families generally have economic stability that can support student learning.

About 21% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. Located at 30 S Park Ave in Franklin County, Mercersburg Elementary provides a close-knit educational environment where students benefit from small class sizes and strong community connections typical of rural Pennsylvania settings.

Located in a rural area, Mercersburg EL Sch may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.