Excellent
#217 of 2,846 schools in PA
Top 8% in state
Northside EL Sch
Elementary School · Palmyra Area SD
301 E Spruce St, Palmyra, PA 17078
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
232
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Pennsylvania schools
#217 of 2,846
In Palmyra
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Palmyra Area SD
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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Northside EL Sch
Elementary School in Palmyra · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Northside EL Sch
Northside EL Sch is a public elementary school in Palmyra, PA, part of Palmyra Area SD. Northside EL Sch serves approximately 232 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Northside EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 2,846 schools in PA.
Structured state assessment records for Northside EL Sch show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- PA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Northside EL Sch — Students at Northside EL Sch score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores PA PSSA (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from PA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Northside EL Sch Compares
See how Northside 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
301 E Spruce St, Palmyra, PA 17078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northside EL Sch may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hershey Intrmd El Sch (rated 8.9/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hershey), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hershey Primary El Sch (rated 8.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Hershey), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pine Street El Sch (rated 8.4/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Palmyra, see our Palmyra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Palmyra Area MS Palmyra | 0.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Pine Street El Sch Palmyra | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Forge Road El Sch Palmyra | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Palmyra Area SHS Palmyra | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Lingle Avenue El Sch Palmyra | 1.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MILTON HERSHEY SCHOOL Hershey | 3.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Hershey MS Hershey | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Hershey Primary El Sch Hershey | 3.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Hershey Intrmd El Sch Hershey | 3.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Hershey Early Childhood Ctr Hershey | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| TENDER YEARS Hershey | 3.4 mi | — |
| Hershey HS Hershey | 3.6 mi | 8.7 |
| HERSHEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hummelstown | 4.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Annville El Sch Annville | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Annville-Cleona MS Annville | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| FIRST DISCOVERIES AT BRIGHT HORIZONS Hershey | 5.1 mi | — |
| Annville-Cleona HS Annville | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| East Hanover El Sch Grantville | 5.1 mi | 6.1 |
| South Hanover El Sch Hershey | 4.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Conewago El Sch Elizabethtown | 6.4 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,533
Median Home Value
$278,300
Median Rent
$1,252/mo
Population
23,798
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
41.2
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| Conneaut Valley El Sch Conneautville, PA | 8.6 |
| ERIE DAY SCHOOL Erie, PA | 8.6 |
| Horace Mann El Sch Indiana, PA | 8.6 |
| Oswayo Valley El Sch Shinglehouse, PA | 8.6 |
| West Newton El Sch West Newton, PA | 8.6 |
| Corl Street El Sch State College, PA | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northside EL Sch
What grades does Northside EL Sch serve?
Northside EL Sch serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Northside EL Sch?
Northside EL Sch has an enrollment of approximately 232 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northside EL Sch?
The student-teacher ratio at Northside EL Sch is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Northside EL Sch rank in PA?
Northside EL Sch ranks #217 of 2,846 schools in PA.
What is Northside EL Sch's MySchoolScout rating?
Northside EL Sch has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Northside EL Sch?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Northside EL Sch has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2024).
Is Northside EL Sch a charter school?
No, Northside EL Sch is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northside EL Sch a Title I school?
No, Northside EL Sch is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northside EL Sch?
42.2% of students at Northside 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 232
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lebanon County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (717) 838-1331
Resources & Links
District
Palmyra Area SD- District Enrollment
- 3,518
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,663
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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