Below Average
#2428 of 2,846 schools in PA
Mt Penn EL Sch
Elementary School · Antietam SD
2310 Cumberland Ave, Mount Penn, PA 19606
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
259
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
3rd – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#2,428 of 2,846
In district
#1 of 3
Antietam SD
School environment
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Mt Penn EL Sch
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About Mt Penn EL Sch
Mt Penn EL Sch is a public elementary school in Mount Penn, PA, part of Antietam SD. Mt Penn EL Sch serves approximately 259 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt Penn EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,428 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt Penn EL Sch show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 4.0
- PA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.4:1 students to teachers, Mt Penn EL Sch sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Mt Penn EL Sch — Students at Mt Penn EL Sch score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
100%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 2.6/10.
How Mt Penn EL Sch Compares
See how Mt Penn 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
2310 Cumberland Ave, Mount Penn, PA 19606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt Penn EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.1 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST PETER SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Reading), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thirteenth & Green El Sch (rated 4.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Reading), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Mount Penn, see our Mount Penn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Antietam MS/HS Reading | 0.0 mi | 3.4 |
| ST CATHARINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Reading | 0.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Mt Penn Primary Ctr Reading | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Sixteenth & Haak El Sch Reading | 0.8 mi | 3.4 |
| FAIRVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Reading | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Exeter Twp SHS Reading | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| NEW STORY Reading | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Central MS Reading | 1.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Thirteenth & Green El Sch Reading | 1.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Exeter Twp JHS Reading | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Amanda E Stout El Sch Reading | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Reading SHS Reading | 1.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Southern MS Reading | 1.5 mi | 2.0 |
| Tenth & Penn El Sch Reading | 1.6 mi | 3.1 |
| Tenth & Green El Sch Reading | 1.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Reiffton Sch Reading | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Northeast MS Reading | 2.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Twelfth & Marion El Sch Reading | 2.1 mi | 3.8 |
| ST PETER SCHOOL Reading | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Tyson-Schoener El Sch Reading | 2.0 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 19606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,872
Median Home Value
$229,400
Median Rent
$1,282/mo
Population
36,097
College Educated
29.5%
Homeownership
77.7%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
40.7
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| Colebrookdale El Sch Boyertown, PA | 4.2 |
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| Grandview El Sch Chambersburg, PA | 4.2 |
| KIPP Philadelphia Octavius Catto CS Philadelphia, PA | 4.2 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Uniontown, PA | 4.2 |
| Comegys Benjamin B Sch Philadelphia, PA | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt Penn EL Sch
What grades does Mt Penn EL Sch serve?
Mt Penn EL Sch serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.
How many students attend Mt Penn EL Sch?
Mt Penn EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 259 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt Penn EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt Penn EL Sch is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt Penn EL Sch rank in PA?
Mt Penn EL Sch ranks #2,428 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Mt Penn EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt Penn EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Mt Penn EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt Penn EL Sch has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt Penn EL Sch a charter school?
No, Mt Penn EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt Penn EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Mt Penn EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt Penn EL Sch?
100.0% of students at Mt Penn 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
- 3rd – 6th
- Enrollment
- 259
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Berks County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.5%
- Phone
- (610) 779-3547
Resources & Links
District
Antietam SD- District Enrollment
- 1,190
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,813
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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